Have a legendary Christmas in Nottinghamshire
Christmas in Nottinghamshire really is the most wonderful time of the year! As the magic and romance of the holiday season brings our unique history to life, the whole county is illuminated with festive spirit.
Enjoy Christmas in the home of Robin Hood and you will have the chance to explore our historic sites with a unique festive twist. Unmissable annual events include the Christmas Market at Nottingham Castle, Wintertide at Hardwick Hall and the Winter Light Trail at Wollaton Hall.
Festive Favourites
The famous Nottingham Christmas Market and Winter Wonderland festive attractions will be returning this year, offering a fantastic variety of festive treats and experiences all winter! Running throughout the Christmas season, you will find an ice skating rink, an ice bar, an observation wheel and plenty of themed bars on Old Market Square.
Nottingham Playhouse's legendary panto is back for 2025, and this year it's Sleeping Beauty taking centre stage. With an all-star cast, you can expect plenty of panto pandemonium, with jaw-dropping costumes, dazzling effects and a sprinkling of magical, musical mayhem!
At the Theatre Royal, you can enjoy a spectacular production of Cinderella. This Christmas, Strictly star Craig Revel Horwood will lead the panto cast as the Wicked Stepmother. This epic show will be packed with laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful ballgowns - and plenty of boos and hisses!
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