Events Around Wiltshire

Salisbury Christmas Market transforms the heart of this beautiful medieval Cathedral city into a winter-wonderland with its authentic German market-style Chalets and festive events.

Salisbury’s picturesque Guildhall Square is hosting its first ever REAL ice rink this Christmas. Situated alongside the Salisbury Christmas Market, the 240 sq m ice rink will be in a marquee to guarantee skating despite the British weather.

Find the names of the 10 giant Nutcrackers located around Salisbury city centre and enter the draw to win a £250 Salisbury Gift Card! Pick up your activity book and entry form from the Information Centre or download one from www.salisburychristmasmarket.co.uk.

  As snow falls and the gas lamps flicker into life, Father Christmas sets out on a joyful journey through the night time sky. With a sleigh full of toys and a twinkle in his eye, he urges his reindeer to ‘dash away all’.

Be swept away on a magical adventure in one of the most famous classical ballets of all time – The Nutcracker. With its combination of enchanting choreography and unforgettable music, this fabulous ballet is a Christmas treat like no other.

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Step back in time and experience the decorated halls for the festive season. See all the elegant State Rooms adorned with traditional foliage, a beautiful Christmas tree decorated with handmade decorations and a traditional kissing ball.

Come along and join us for a magical Farm Christmas Experience with our Santa’s Grotto sessions throughout December! Join us from Saturday the 15th – Sunday the 23rd of December and meet the man himself in our beautiful and private Santa’s Grotto!

Come along and join us for a magical Farm Christmas Experience with our Breakfast with Santa experience throughout December! Join us from Saturday the 15th – Sunday the 23rd of December and meet the man himself and enjoy a tasty breakfast with him in our beautiful café!

One of Britain’s leading one-liner comics returns to the road with another onslaught of lean, expertly crafted gaggery. A Mock The Week regular and recent star of the new Live At The Apollo series, Gary’s shows are renowned in the business for a near unrivalled volume of high-class gags.

Founded in 2011, The Decibelles, Jo and Donna-Kate combine their vocal talents to bring you an exceptional night of musical entertainment.

Malmesbury Concert Band will be playing a selection of Christmas Music

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A candle-lit carol service in the glorious surroundings of Marlborough College Chapel. The concert will be opened by a combined school choir led by musical director Gudrun Osbourn.

Barbury Castle Estate is home to top flight equestrian sport at every level. Barbury Racecourse stages four Point-to-Point meetings each season, and of course, the estate plays host to Barbury Horse Trials in July. Truly, this is a setting where excellence can flourish across multiple equine disciplines.

We are THIS WAY UP and we are dedicated to bringing you the very best sounds of the 50s through to today. Our 5 highly talented musicians recreate the sounds to as near the original as possible, we don’t use any backing tracks or sequencers. FREE ADMISSION FROM 8PM BAND ON STAGE 9PM

Santa’s Christmas Party – the show where every child receives a present from Santa! Following last year’s sell-out performances, Honalee Media are delighted to present a brand new show this festive season… Help get Santa’s Christmas Party back on track in an adventure full of fun, festive songs and party games.

Salisbury City Council will be hosting a pop-up cinema set in the historic building of the Guildhall on Sunday 23rd December. After a busy festive period, why not sit back, relax and enjoy a family festive film with a showing of ‘Arthur Christmas’ or ’The Holiday’. Arthur Christmas is rated ‘U’.

This year we have a GIANT pantomime coming to the Neeld Community and Arts Centre! Jack and The Beanstalk will be coming to us with a sparkling set and glittering costumes to bring us some festive joy. Join Jack on his quest to save his precious cow Daisy from the evil clutches of the Giant.

The Crash Gears are an eclectic mix of Rock, Blues and Soul delivered by a blend of seasoned musicians and young talent with as one observer remarked “plenty of raunch and grit”.

Come and enjoy a night dedicated to Elvis Presley and Rock n Roll. TIM BASSETTS ELVIS TRIBUTE COVERS THE EARLY YEARS OF THE ROCKING 50S, THROUGH THE FILMS, AND THE 1968 COMEBACK SPECIAL RIGHT THROUGH TO THE VEGAS 70S JUMPSUIT ERA, WHILE BASSETT`S ALLSORTS COVERS THE 50S, 60S, 70S AND ALSO THE 80S, COVERING NUMEROUS...

Join us this Christmas to enjoy the ’Gift of Stourhead’. Christmas is a time for families to get together and enjoy traditions old and new, and the house will be opening its doors once again to the beautifully decorated showrooms.

Join Kim, our Head Ranger and Alan, Garden & Estate Manager for a walk through the ancient woods and 18th century parkland. Discover how we look after this historic estate and finish with warming mulled wine and mince pies. Booking Essential. Phone: 01747 841152 extn 4. Dogs on leads welcome.

Find festive cheer at Avebury as you discover the story of Saint Nicholas. From his origins in Turkey to his transformation into the modern day Santa Claus, explore the traditions and stories associated with this much loved Christmas character.

2 hours of live family entertainment with wrestlers from all over the world taking on the very best of Great Britain. Perfect Christmas holiday treat for the whole family Tickets on sale now Come see live what the rest of the world see on TV