Good Morning Cheshire! 👋

This week’s guide is a proper festive buffet – candlelit concerts, pantos, Santa experiences, cosy crafts and a few brilliant grown-up nights out too. We’ve mixed the county nicely, with easy family wins in Chester, Northwich, Knutsford, Neston and beyond, plus some lovely “get out for an hour” ideas for the run-up to Christmas.

Let’s dive in!

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🎉 What’s On In Cheshire

🗓️ Fri · 12 Dec

🏛️ 12 Cultures of Christmas
12 Dec, 10:30am-5pm, Grosvenor Museum, Chester
A free, thoughtful family trail that’s festive without being frantic.
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🎶 Christmas with the St. Nicholas Singers
12 Dec, 7:30pm, Norton Priory Museum & Gardens, Runcorn
Classic carols in a beautiful setting – a calm, uplifting start to the weekend.
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🎤 Sounds Familiar Music Quiz
12 Dec, 7:30pm, Parr Hall, Warrington
A sing-your-heart-out quiz night – ideal for mates, work socials or a fun couple’s night.
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🏰 Deck the Hall
12 Dec, 10:30am-4pm, Little Moreton Hall, Congleton
Step into Christmas past in one of Cheshire’s most atmospheric Tudor homes.
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🎶 Christmas Concert
12 Dec, 3:30pm or 7pm, Tatton Park, Knutsford
Festive storytelling in music with the Northern Chamber Orchestra plus a magical mansion moment.
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❄️ Frost & Fantasy
12 Dec, 11am-12pm, The Hammond, Chester
A glittery, feel-good Christmas show packed with music and festive mischief.
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🗓️ Sat · 13 Dec

🎅 Unlocking Christmas at Combermere Abbey
13 Dec, 10am-6pm, Combermere Abbey, near Malpas/Whitchurch
A premium festive day out: garden trail to Santa, crafts, mulled treats and gorgeous photo spots.
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🎅 Santa Special Cruise
13 Dec, 12pm or 2:30pm, ChesterBoat, Chester
A gorgeous family memory-maker: meet Santa on the Dee and sail into proper festive vibes.
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🧑‍🎨 Free festive craft activities at the Lift
13 Dec, 10am-3pm, Anderton Boat Lift, Northwich
Free, easy, and ideal for a low-stress festive morning.
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🧵 A Handmade Christmas Craft Fair
13 Dec, 12-4pm, The Sacred Orchard Nantwich
The Nantwich Crafters will be back, with an amazing Christmas Craft Fair, featuring a diverse range of handmade products.
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🍦 Bottomless Breakfast with Santa
13 Dec, 10am, The Ice Cream Farm, Tattenhall
Pancakes for kids, baps for grown-ups, Santa visit and all-day play.
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🎄 Wilmslow Winter Wonderland
12 Dec, times vary, Bank Square, Wilmslow
A free, town-centre festive hub with entertainment and a lovely community buzz – ideal for an easy after-school or early evening reset.
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🧵 Felt Robin Workshop
13 Dec, 10am-1pm, Burton Mere Wetlands, Neston
A cosy 16+ craft session with mulled fruit punch and a handmade keepsake for your tree.
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🚂 Pete Waterman’s Making Tracks For Christmas
13 Dec, from 10am, Blakemere Village, Northwich
A huge model railway spectacle with interactive moments for kids and nostalgia for grown-ups.
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🎶 Cantorion Sirenian Singers Christmas Concert
13 Dec, 4pm-6:30pm, Wesley Church Centre, Chester
A proper festive lift with John Rutter’s Gloria plus seasonal favourites and brass.
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🎭 Sleeping Beauty
12 Dec, times vary, The Evans Theatre, Wilmslow
A local, family-friendly panto option for East Cheshire that’s perfect if you want festive theatre without the big-city trek.
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🕺 Motown Christmas Party Night
13 Dec, 7pm, De Vere Cranage Estate, Holmes Chapel
Dinner, wine and dancefloor-ready hits for a big-grown-up festive night out.
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🗓️ Sun · 14 Dec

🦙 FREE Alpaca & Donkey hands-on experience
14 Dec, 11am-4pm, Blakemere Village, Northwich
A lovely no-cost animal treat for little ones and big kids alike.
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🥞 Breakfast with Santa
14 Dec, morning sitting, Grosvenor Pulford Hotel, Chester
A relaxed, grown-up-friendly Santa experience with great food and zero street-weather stress.
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🎶 Mini Musicals Family Christmas!
14 Dec, 3pm, Nantwich Methodist Church, Nantwich
A lively, little-kids-friendly sing, wiggle and festive story session.
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🎼 Christmas Sing-a-Long
14 Dec, 3pm, St Laurence Parish Church, Frodsham
A joyful family concert with bands and choir – expect big smiles.
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🎶 Cheshire A Cappella Christmas Concert
14 Dec, 3:30pm, Morley Green Club, Wilmslow
A warm, local festive concert with a family-friendly feel (children under 14 free per listing).
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🎶 The Angels’ Song
14 Dec, 3pm, St. Mary’s Church, Nantwich
Festive Music to Celebrate the Christmas Story (refreshments included!).
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🎨 Christmas Centrepiece Making
14 Dec, 1pm, Storyhouse, Chester
A cosy creative session to level up your Christmas table.
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🎭 Jack and the Beanstalk
14 Dec, 1pm or 5pm, Lyceum Theatre, Crewe
A perfect Sunday matinee choice for families looking for a classic Christmas outing.
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👩‍🍳 Be Our Guest: Cooking Class for Kids!
14 Dec, 3pm, Storyhouse, Chester
A fun, hands-on afternoon for mini chefs with festive flair.
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🕺 Studio 54 – From Screen To Stage
14 Dec, 3pm, Parr Hall, Warrington
A feel-good afternoon show packed with disco sparkle.
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🗓️ REST OF THE WEEK (Mon-Thu)

🎶 Karl Loxley: The Songs of Christmas
15 Dec, 7:30pm, Chester Cathedral, Chester
A big-voice, big-feels Christmas concert in a stunning setting.
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🧝 Elf Hunts
15-18 Dec, 9am-4pm, Tegg’s Nose + Brereton Heath, Cheshire East
Two easy, budget-friendly outdoor adventures to break up the school-run week.
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🎭 Peter Pan
15-18 Dec, various times, Gladstone Theatre, Port Sunlight
If you miss the weekend, there should be midweek performances to squeeze in before Christmas.
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🧞‍♂️ Aladdin
15-18 Dec, various times, Northwich Memorial Court, Northwich
A strong midweek option for families looking for a panto night that’s not a Saturday scramble.
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🎭 Beauty and the Beast – Relaxed Performance
16 Dec, 2pm, Storyhouse, Chester
A thoughtful option for families who prefer a calmer theatre environment.
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🎸 Taylormania – The Ultimate Tribute
18 Dec, 7:30pm, Parr Hall, Warrington
A high-energy night for Swifties who want the full sing-it-out experience.
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🧺 LOCAL CRAFT MARKETS

Northwich Artisan Market – Sat 13 Dec | 👉 Details
Sandbach Makers Market – Sat 13 Dec | 👉 Details
Chester XMAS Makers Market – Sat 13 Dec | 👉 Details

💎 Hidden Gem: Lymm Dam (Lymm)

When the festive calendar gets a bit loud, Lymm Dam is a lovely reset button. It’s peaceful, very family-friendly, and feels like a mini-escape without the long drive.

The woodland paths and the water views make it perfect for a slow winter stroll. If you time it right, you can pair it with a cosy café stop in the village after.

It’s also a great “one-hour adventure” for younger kids who want to be outdoors but won’t thank you for a full-on hike.

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