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Top Family Christmas Events in Worcestershire: Santa Trains, Light Trails & Festive Fun 2025

Get ready to dive into the magic of Christmas with Worcestershire's most enchanting family experiences!

From the nostalgic charm of steam train rides with Santa to immersive light displays and interactive family activities, there's a festival experience for everyone this year.

1. Christmas at St Peter's Garden Centre

Back for another year, celebrate the magic of Christmas at St Peter's Garden Centre!

This year is full of festive events for you and the family to join us for, with Workshops, Craft Markets & Santa Meet & Greets!

Lunch With Santa

Brand new for 2025 - Lunch With Santa has arrived!

This year for the first time, families can meet the man himself in the afternoon! Join us in our brand new dedicated Christmas Room, for fun table activities, festivities and a delicious hearty lunch for all the family.

Wreath Decorating Workshop

Get into the festive spirit at our Wreath Making Workshop!
Start with a lush, pre-foliaged wreath made from natural Christmas tree greenery, then choose from a wide selection of decorations to create a wreath that's uniquely yours and ready to hang on your door for the festive season.

Light Trail & Santa Experience

Christmas magic for under a tenner! ✨
Festive fun doesn’t have to cost a fortune...
Opening on 28th November join us for an evening stroll through our twinkling Light Trail, complete with surprises along the way.

SEN Quiet Night Light Trail & Santa Experience

New for 2025!

Quieter Christmas Magic offering a more sensory-friendly experience.

Open on the 9th December join us for an evening stroll through our twinkling Light Trail, complete with surprises along the way.

& More!

Craft Fair - 29th & 30th of November
Pampered Ponies - Every Weekend from 22nd November
Mini Fun Fair - Open from 21st November

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2. Santa Steam Specials at Severn Valley Railway

After festive fun at Kidderminster Station, travel in a private compartment or at a reserved table on a vintage steam train to Arley, for an all-new theatrical show: The Great Christmas Train Rescue.

This amazing live show features Santa himself, but his magical steam train is in trouble, and only Polly the polar bear and a pair of cheeky elves can save the day from the scheming villain, Victor Von Sneeze!

With dazzling puppetry by War Horse’s Matthew Forbes, toe-tapping tunes, and heart-warming moments, this is a festive experience like no other. Back on the train, presents will be waiting for all children, before your train steams back to Kidderminster.

Relaxed Santa Steam Specials 

For those who would prefer an experience which brings down the volume, keeps lighting at a low level and offers a reduced capacity, Relaxed Santa Steam Specials can also be booked online.

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3. Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Christmas Magic at Webbs

This Christmas, follow the yellow brick road and discover The Enchanted Gardens: Oz - a reimagined winter light trail inspired by the timeless story of The Wizard of Oz. Returning for its fifth spectacular year, Webbs, Wychbold invites you to step into a world of colour, light, and wonder from 20th November 2025 to 3rd January 2026. Wander through shimmering scenes, meet beloved characters, and let the magic of the season guide you home.

And for those eager to get hands-on this season, an extra date has just been added to our popular Festive Wreath Masterclasses. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning to craft another beautiful creation, it’s the perfect way to add a personal touch of Christmas magic to your home.

Beyond the lights, the magic continues. Wrap up warm and explore The Enchanted Gardens Festive Fayre, where traditional fairground rides mingle with street-food vendors, roasted marshmallows and fire pits. Settle into a beautifully restored Horsebox for a cosy, intimate celebration, or retreat to your very own Webbs Hygge Igloo - perfect for lingering over a festive brunch or a whimsical Oz-themed Afternoon tea.

Inside the store, the Webbs Festive Food Market is not to be missed. With comforting classics and irresistible sweet treats from local favourites, it’s the perfect place to indulge in a little festive cheer.

From sparkling lights to heart-warming experiences, Christmas at Webbs is a celebration of light, warmth, and togetherness. Wherever your yellow brick road takes you this winter, you’ll find a little bit of magic waiting at Webbs.

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4. Festive adventures at Go Ape Wyre

Looking for unforgettable family adventures in Worcestershire this festive season? Go Ape Wyre is ready to take your winter days out to new heights—literally. Nestled close to Bewdley and Kidderminster, Go Ape offers a magical outdoor experience that will keep your entire Tribe entertained. Whether you’re planning a Christmas holiday treat or simply want to make the most of crisp December weekends, Go Ape is open throughout the festive period for adventure that warms the spirit, whatever the weather.

For younger adventurers (and the young at heart), Wyre Forest host two high ropes courses that offer just the right blend of fun and freedom. Weave through towering pines, tackle wobbly bridges, and soar along breathtaking zip wires. And because they’re open across December, including the Christmas holidays, you can swap screen time for tree time whenever suits your celebrations.

Wrapped up in winter layers, the forest feels even more enchanting—misty pathways, fresh woodland scents, and a crispness to the air that makes ziplining through the trees feel extra special. It’s the perfect way to burn off some festive energy, reconnect with nature, and create unforgettable moments together.

Go Ape Wyre is more than an activity—it’s an experience: a chance to challenge yourselves, cheer each other on, and end your adventure buzzing with shared achievement. If Worcestershire is on your winter itinerary, make sure a festive forest adventure at Go Ape Wyre is at the top of your family’s to-do list.

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