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What to do in Barnstaple

Between Monday, November 17, 2025 and Friday, January 16, 2026

Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market
Dec 15Popular Christmas Market in the historic heart of Exeter, featuring festive stalls and local goods.
Swansea Christmas Market
Nov 29Talented crafters, traditional traders, and delicious street food vendors return for the festive season.
Exeter Comedy Club - Christmas Specials
Dec 19A special festive comedy night featuring local and touring comedians.
Swansea Jazzland 'A Christmas Story'
Dec 10A Christmas-themed performance by Swansea Jazzland.
Roof Tours – December
Dec 20A fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of Exeter Cathedral, visiting the roof space, wandering above the nave, and seeing the Ringing Chamber.
POPKIDS CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND
Dec 13A Christmas-themed concert for kids.
Fête Club
Dec 19A musical yuletide comedy where audience participation is absolutely, unequivocally, one hundred percent, NOT mandatory.
Santa's Grotto
Dec 20Visit Santa's Grotto at The Grand Pier
Living Spit Presents Beauty & The Beast
Dec 16Family theatre show filled with laughter and wonder by North-Somerset based Living Spit.
Christmas by Candlelight
Dec 20Soak in the magic of Christmas by Candlelight.
Breakfast with Santa
Dec 20Create Christmas memories with Breakfast with Santa events.
Santa's Toy Mine
Nov 22A magical Christmas adventure and illuminated journey through Santa's Toy Mine, perfect for children.
Santa's Toy Mine
Dec 20A magical Christmas adventure where Santa transforms the former Lewis Merthyr colliery into a festive experience for families.
Quaywest Christmas Market
Dec 15Enjoy a festive Christmas market with hot chocolates, mulled wine, and other seasonal delights.
The Christmas Train of Lights
Dec 15Embark on a multi award-winning festive journey from Paignton to Kingswear, enjoying spectacular light displays along the way.
Carols in the Caves
Dec 16Enjoy carols in the unique setting of Kents Cavern.
Quaywest Christmas Market
Dec 12Splashdown Quaywest comes alive this Christmas as the Paignton waterpark is transformed into a festive market with local craft stalls, food and drink, entertainment and children's activities.
Bay of Lights Ice Rink
Dec 6A beautifully lit, large ice rink offering hourly sessions for up to 80 skaters, as part of the wider Bay of Lights festive illumination trail.
Christmas by Candlelight
Dec 17Enjoy an evening of festive cheer by candlelight.
Christmas Drive-In Cinema
Dec 18Experience the magic of Christmas from the comfort of your car.
60th Annual Gala Concert
Dec 18The highly anticipated 60th Annual Gala Concert.
Bingo Lingo - Christmas Special - Evening Session
Dec 20A Christmas-themed Bingo Lingo event promising festive fun.
Meet Father Christmas at Cyfarthfa Castle
Dec 20An unforgettable festive finale opportunity to meet Father Christmas.
Caberet Night with The Electric 80's Band
Dec 20A cabaret night featuring a performance by The Electric 80's Band.
Festive Community Lunch
Dec 18A Christmas lunch hosted by a tech-enabled care provider, offering peace of mind alongside festive fun.
Wynne Evans: A Christmas Special
Dec 19A Christmas special performance by Wynne Evans.
Neath Turns Nashville Xmas Party
Dec 20A Christmas party with a Nashville (country music) theme.
Bay of Lights
Dec 15A festive illumination trail featuring new attractions and an ice rink, running along the seafronts of Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham.
Bay of Lights Christmas Market
Nov 28Explore over 30 local stalls offering a variety of unique items as part of Torquay's festive illuminations.
Bay of Lights Ice Rink
Dec 6Enjoy hourly ice skating sessions under a beautifully lit canopy.
Arena Christmas Party
Dec 20A festive party event held at Arena Torquay.
Train of Lights
Nov 29A festive train journey illuminated with lights, offering a magical experience.
Cwmbran Centre Christmas Market
Dec 17A Christmas market featuring various stalls
Ebenezer's Afternoon Tea
Dec 13Discover upcoming events at ICC Wales and book your tickets online
Chatterbooks Reading Group
Dec 20Free reading group for children aged 7-11.
A GRINCHMAS TEA PARTY
Dec 20A Grinch-themed tea party.
Cwmbran Christmas Markets
Dec 20Local Christmas market featuring various stalls, operating throughout the weekend.
CHRISTMAS FUN @Woolavington
Dec 17A festive fun event.
Bridgwater Voices Community Choir Christmas Concert
Dec 17A magical evening filled with festive cheer and an end-of-term Christmas celebration by the community choir.
Christmas Activities with Santa Meet & Greet
Dec 20Santa Meet & Greet, Elf Hat, Animal Feed and Christmas Activities for families.
Celebrating Arts, Culture and Heritage
Dec 17An event open to community groups to celebrate arts, culture and heritage. Booking essential.
Christmas Song and Rhyme
Dec 19A fun-filled festive morning with Mrs. Claus, aimed at children under the age of three.
Exclusive for LGBTQ+ Women
Dec 19An exclusive social event for LGBTQ+ women.
'Make me an ELF ' Christmas Workshops
Dec 20Christmas workshops for children.
Chess Club
Dec 20Regular chess club meeting.
Lego & Colouring Club
Dec 20Activities with Lego and colouring for children.
Hot Squash Lounge Party
Dec 20A lounge party featuring music from Hot Squash.
Christmashay Village - Princesshay
Dec 8Festive village offering various Christmas activities and shopping.
Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market
Dec 8A traditional Christmas market with stalls selling crafts, food, and gifts on the historic Cathedral Green.
Christmas with the Cathedral Choir
Dec 9A series of festive musical performances by the Exeter Cathedral Choir held nightly at 7pm.
Exeter Cathedral Roof Tours
Dec 8Daily guided tours providing historical insights and panoramic views from the Cathedral's roof, starting at 11:15 am.
Winter Community Exhibition
Dec 8An art exhibition at Exeter Cathedral exploring themes of gratitude and thanks.
Exeter Christmas Market
Nov 20Exeter Cathedral's popular Christmas Market.
Brillsville Market
Dec 13A local produce market with stalls, treats, and repairs.
Swinging Christmas with the Exeter Jazz Orchestra!
Dec 13Enjoy a festive evening of jazz music.
Ultimate Daytime Christmas Party
Dec 13A Christmas party event.
The Stan Hacking Concert Band: Christmas Spectacular
Dec 14A Christmas concert by The Stan Hacking Concert Band.
Advent Series 2025 by the Revd...
Nov 30An Advent series at Exeter Cathedral.
Christmas with...
Dec 9A Christmas performance at Exeter Cathedral.
The Cardiff Secret Santa Christmas Pub Crawl
Dec 13A festive pub crawl with a Secret Santa theme.
Welsh Of The West End
Dec 13A musical performance by Welsh artists from the West End.
Shy FX
Dec 13Drum & Bass artist Shy FX performs a club night.
Festive Silent Disco
Dec 13Family-friendly silent disco event.
Disco Inferno – A Live Celebration of Floor Fillers
Dec 13A live performance celebrating disco hits, part of the Cardiff Christmas Festival.
Cardiff's Winter Wonderland
Nov 29Festive attraction including ice skating and opportunities to visit Santa, open during these dates.
The Rat Pack A Swingin' Christmas
Dec 14A festive swing music show, part of the Cardiff Christmas Festival.
REACH Wrestling
Dec 14REACH Wrestling superstars collide in their return to Marjon University Plymouth for an evening of live professional wrestling action, bringing family-friendly entertainment.
Theatr Bont - 113: “49 and 64 are in the room.”
Dec 11The first Pub Theatre in Bridgend featuring the play "49 and 64 are in the room. They cannot see each other but they can..."
Swansea Waterfront Winterland
Dec 17Festive attractions including ice skating and various market stalls, perfect for families during the Christmas season.
The Great SKATE - Real Ice Real Magic
Dec 9An experience of real ice skating, perfect for families and individuals.
Qualifications Wales' Awarding Bodies Forum 2025
Dec 11A forum for awarding bodies in Wales.
Santa and Scrooge Visit at Tredegar House
Dec 13Father Christmas and Scrooge will be roaming the grounds and house, bringing festive cheer and mischievous fun.
The Rogues at McCann's Rock N Ale Bar
Dec 13Live music performance by The Rogues.
Newport Winter Wonderland
Dec 13A festive experience with attractions and stalls.
The Ultimate Christmas Festive-al
Dec 13A sensational night of entertainment.
Scrooge: A Cirque Spectacular
Dec 13A festive cirque Christmas show featuring acrobatics, music, and magic.
Make Your Own Welsh Spirit
Dec 13A hands-on experience to create your own Welsh spirit.
Christmas Concert with Costanzi Consort
Dec 15Join the local choir, Costanzi Consort, for their annual festive concert, delighting attendees with a feast of festive and choral music, including mulled wine and a mince pie.
Taunton Independent Market Christmas Markets
Dec 4Christmas markets offering seasonal delights.
Jack & The Beanstalk - Pantomime
Dec 5The best family pantomime in Taunton.
Santa Express from Bishops Lydeard
Dec 6Make memories with a festive train ride.
Christmas with The Rifles
Dec 20A festive concert featuring The Salamanca Band and Bugles of The Rifles.
Taunton Concert Band Christmas Concert
Dec 20A festive evening full of sparkle, warmth, and Christmas cheer presented by the Taunton Concert Band.
Jack & The Beanstalk - Pantomime
Dec 20Join for a giant pantomime adventure, promising the best family pantomime in Taunton.
A Winter's Tail - A Solstice Celebration for Early Years
Dec 21A fun, play-along theatre adventure led by The Last Baguette theatre company.
Candlelit Carol Service
Dec 21A traditional and atmospheric carol service by candlelight.
Breakfast with Santa
Dec 14Magical family moments with Santa, festive cheer, and delicious food for children.
Christmas Fair
Dec 15A local Christmas fair for the community.
Propane Lane [BLACK FRIDAY]
Dec 19Celebrate the festive season at Bridgend's premium events space.
Wilding presents: CONTINENTS
Dec 20Live music performance
Plymouth Winter Wonderland
Nov 21A festive event featuring a huge real ice rink, Santa's Enchanted Grotto, live music, rides, attractions, a Christmas bar, and festive food stalls.
Royal William Yard Festive Market
Dec 10A festive market.
Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas
Dec 11A theatrical performance of Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas.
Plymouth Christmas Market
Nov 27Soak up the festive spirit at the all-new Plymouth Christmas Market, featuring beautifully decorated wooden chalets bursting with artisan crafts and gifts.
Fête Club
Dec 12A raucous musical yuletide comedy.
Festive Funfair Christmas Party
Dec 12A Christmas party featuring funfair attractions.
Nordic Nights Christmas Party
Dec 12A themed Christmas party with a Nordic twist.
GINGERBREAD PARTY
Dec 13Get festive at the Gingerbread Christmas Party.
Christmas Party: Live Music ft The Stereo Jacks & Christmas Sharing platters
Dec 13An unforgettable night of live music from the Stereo Jacks with Christmas sharing platters.
Festive Funfair Christmas Party
Dec 13The ultimate Festive Funfair Christmas Party, hosted in the splendid Regency Suite, includes a Three-Course Dinner.