12 raring2go.co.uk 13 Raring2go! PLACES2GO Raring2go! WHATS ON Winter Wonderland at Adventure Valley Adventure Valley, Durham, 29 Nov - 24 Dec Ride the Winter Valley Express, visit Claus’s Candy sweet shop!, make a bag of reindeer food to sprinkle for Rudolph and his gang on Christmas Eve. Elf Academy. Decorate a festive Gingerbread Biscuit with Mrs Claus. Enjoy rideon animals & bounce high on the huge winter inflatable. Meet Santa and visit his Toy Shop to choose your own gift – Babies & 1 year old’s will be able to participate in all activities and will receive an age-appropriate wrapped gift from Santa Claus. adventurevalley.co.uk AGLOW 21 Nov - 31 Dec (excluding Christmas Day), Auckland Palace, Bishop Auckland The Auckland Palace’s dazzling light trail AGLOW will illuminate the skies of Bishop Auckland again this Christmas. AGLOW promises to be one of the most spectacular Christmas light trails in the North East, featuring 25 incredible illuminations including one of the tallest Christmas trees in the North of England and the country’s longest outdoor light tunnel. Family tickets available and pre-booking is recommended. aucklandproject.org Middlesbrough’s bumper Christmas weekend Middlesbrough Town centre, 22 - 23 Nov Shine On Boro will take place across Saturday and Sunday and will bring an enchanting new light installation to the town centre from the organisers of Nightfall, Stellar Creates. On Sunday 23 November, join Frozen’s Elsa, Santa Claus and two of his favourite reindeer for the magical Christmas parade which will take route through the town centre. Community group heroes and local schools will also be part of the parade. On the same day as the Christmas Parade, the main event of the festive season returns! The lights switch on will be held in Centre Square, with market stalls and a jam-packed stage programme including local dance acts and a pop party with your favourite family-friendly hits. Family Festivities at Durham Cathedral Durham Cathedral, selected dates. Build excitement for the festive season at Durham Cathedral. Join the Children’s Lantern Procession which arrives at the cathedral for the St Nicholas’ Service where we hear stories and sing carols, 7 December. See the huge tree lit and the North-East inspired nativity scene in the Blessing of the Crib and Lighting of the Tree service, 14 December. Grab a free family activity leaflet filled with puzzles, colouring and the Christmas story, from mid-November. Suitable for all ages. For details and booking see the cathedral’s website. durhamcathedral.co.uk/christmas Enchanted Christmas Trail at The Plotters’ Forest Adventure Playground Raby Castle, 15 Nov – 4 Jan Step into a world of wonder and magic this Christmas at The Plotters’ Forest Enchanted Christmas Trail at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, this captivating trail promises an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. Twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the scent of pine will transport you to a world where Christmas magic comes alive. New experiences include Raby Castle at Christmas the first time in five decades the castle has been decorated. Access it all with the family explorer ticket. raby.co.uk Christmas at Newham Grange 6 – 24 Dec,10am - 4pm (on selected dates), Newham Grange Farm Enjoy loads of festive fun at Newham Grange Farm this Christmas. Featuring a family-friendly trail, Christmas characters and carol singing with the elves, drop-in crafts, and reindeer food to take home for the big day. Optional extras include visiting Santa in his Grotto, breakfast and story time with Mrs Claus, Elf Academy and make a plush Farm Friend. newhamgrangefarm.co.uk For more events checkout the ‘What’s On’ and Places2go sections of the Raring2go! website raring2go.co.uk Ideas from Santa’s Diary and Festive Family Fun! Christmas in Middlesbrough 18 Nov - A Festive Night at the Movies, Centre Square, 5pm - 7pm Wrap up warm, bring a blanket or deck chair and cosy up to watch a truly classic festive film outdoors on the big screen in Centre Square. There’s also some fairground rides for little ones and of course, plenty of festive cheer! Dressing up in your best Christmas costume is welcomed – and don’t forget those gloves and scarves. The event is FREE and all ages are welcome. Please note it is encouraged to bring your own portable chairs as limited seating is provided; cover from the weather is not provided. Check out wearemiddlesbrough.com to see which film will be shown on the big screen. 19 Nov - Christmas Lights Switch On with BBC Tees, Centre Square, 12pm - 7.00pm (lights turned on at 5.30pm) Join the stars from Middlesbrough Theatre's pantomime including Amelia Lily and Philip Green plus some very special guests as they switch on Middlesbrough’s Christmas lights. The FREE event will feature a huge ‘Big Sing’ with choirs and community groups from across Middlesbrough who will lead the crowd in a mammoth sing-along to some of the best loved Christmas tunes. Channel your inner Slade or Mariah and join BBC Tees presenter Gary Philipson for a fun-filled evening that will get everyone in the festive spirit. Plus don’t miss the street theatre, festive food and gift stalls and the Classical Christmas Café in Middlesbrough Town Hall. 19 Nov - 2 Jan - Walking with The Snowman Trail, Middlesbrough Town Centre Everyone’s favourite giant snowmen are returning to venues across the town centre over the festive period. 2 - 3 Dec - Christmas Extravaganza at the Dorman Museum, 10am - 4pm Help Santa’s elves get ready for Christmas at the big Christmas Extravaganza! Activities include a visit to Elf Town, a festive VR ride, a gingerbread trail, arts and crafts and the chance to spot Santa as he walks the museum galleries. £5 per child. wearemiddlesbrough.com 2 - 24 Dec, Weekends 10am - 4pm, plus late night Wed 20 Dec, 4 - 8pm, Newham Grange Farm Enjoy loads of festive fun at Newham Grange Farm this Christmas. Featuring a family-friendly trail, Christmas characters and carol singing with the elves, drop-in crafts, a mini pantomime and free reindeer food to take home for the big day. Optional extras include visiting Santa in his stables, breakfast and story time with Mrs Claus, decorating cookies with Mother Ginger and Build a Teddy workshop. newhamgrangefarm.co.uk 16 Dec - Orange Pip Market Festive Edition, Middlesbrough Town Hall, 11am - 6pm Enjoy a Merry Pipmas with pop-up shops, foodie delights and festive fizz! 29 Dec - Kidz Sound – Christmas Concert at Middlesbrough Town Hall, 2pm A fantastic live show featuring four hours of music from the biggest names in pop, performed by the best tribute artists. Dance, sing and party to Pink, Little Mix, Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande! Also includes additional entertainment, refreshments, a photo booth, sweet stalls and lots more family fun! Tickets: £22 (adults), £17 (child under 16) including booking fee. middlesbroughtownhall.co.uk Christmas at NT Ormesby Hall The scene is set for one and all for a panto themed Christmas at Ormesby Hall. The rooms will be decorated with sparkling lights and pantomime inspired decorations, such as Cinderella, Snow Queen and Aladdin. Normal admission applies. nationaltrust.org.uk Christmas Guide Coming up this festive season Sing your heart out at Carols for All, 5 & 7 December Join the Lantern Parade to the cathedral and hear festive storytelling at Saint Nicholas' Service, 7 December Experience a festive theatre treat with Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, 17 December Registered Charity Number: 1205971 Celebrate Christmas with all the family Plan your visit www.durhamcathedral.co.uk
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