Rejoice the season with festive enjoyable in Tewkesbury Borough

Posted on: 18 November 2025

The most magical time of the yr is fast-approaching, and for these on the lookout for real festive spirit, Tewkesbury Borough is the place to be. From spectacular mild trails and steam trains to medieval markets and a contemporary panto, the world is brimming with seasonal cheer.

Tewkesbury Borough Council is encouraging residents and guests to discover the wealthy mixture of heritage and up to date occasions on provide this winter. Here are 12 implausible festive actions and occasions to find:

Tewkesbury Christmas Market and Lights Switch-on Sunday, 23 November, from 12pm.

Get into the festive spirit on the historic streets of Tewkesbury. Enjoy over 80 stalls promoting distinctive presents and crafts, youngsters’s fairground rides, avenue meals, and reside leisure. Father Christmas is rumoured to be visiting, and the city will sparkle at 5pm with the lights switch-on, that includes the forged of The Roses Theatre’s pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk.

tewkesburychristmaslights.com

 

Bishops Cleeve Christmas Light Switch-on and Market: Saturday, 22 November, from 5.30pm.

A well-liked, free neighborhood occasion with festive actions, video games, leisure, meals stalls, and a marketplace for shopping presents.

Winchcombe Christmas Festival: Friday, 28 November (5pm – 8pm) and Saturday, 29 November 10am – 5pm.

The picturesque city of Winchcombe hosts its Christmas competition and market with over 40 stalls, carol singing, Morris dancing, and reside music.

experiencewinchcombe.co.uk

 

Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime at The Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury: Saturday, 29 November –  Saturday, 3 January.

It wouldn’t be Christmas with out panto! Join the giant-sized household journey at The Roses Theatre. Tickets (from £20) and Family Panto particulars Special Adult-Only Performances (£30) are additionally accessible.

rosestheatre.org/occasions/jack-and-the-beanstalk

 

Tewkesbury Abbey Christmas Fair: Saturday, 29 November, 10am – 4pm.

One of probably the most stunning Christmas markets within the area, held throughout the breathtaking 900-year-old Tewkesbury Abbey. Browse artisan stalls, take pleasure in festive foods and drinks, and take in the joyful environment.

tewkesburyabbey.org.uk/whats-on/

 

Spectacle of Light at Sudeley Castle & Gardens, Winchcombe: Friday, 21 November – Tuesday, 30 December.

Return to Sudeley Castle for one of many UK’s most magical winter mild trails. This yr’s theme, King Arthur, guarantees a glittering wonderland of color, iconic installations, and awe-inspiring projections in opposition to the backdrop of the historic citadel.

sudeleycastle.co.uk/occasions/spectacle-of-light-2025

 

Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway Santa Express household practice rides: Saturday, 22 November – Tuesday, 23 December.

Departing from Cheltenham Racecourse Station, this beloved expertise consists of refreshments, a goody bag, festive picture alternatives, and a go to with Santa (together with a present).

gwsr.com/occasions/santa-express-2025

 

A Medieval Christmas: Living historical past, Tewkesbury: Saturday, 22 and Sunday, 23 November and Saturday, 6 and seven December 10.30am-4pm.

Step again in time at The Merchant’s House (a part of the John Moore Museum) to find medieval festive traditions, meals, and leisure. Free entry.

johnmooremuseum.org

 

Christmas Wreath Workshop, Tewkesbury: Friday, 28 November 10.30am – 1pm.

Get artistic with Dovecote Willow on the Old Baptist Chapel. Craft a surprising, distinctive wreath utilizing sustainably harvested supplies. (£40pp, consists of supplies and refreshments).

johnmooremuseum.org

 

‘Fresh!’ Exhibition and mini craft market at Nature in Art, Twigworth: Saturday, 6 and Sunday, 7 December 10am – 4.30pm.

Visit the world’s first museum devoted to artwork impressed by nature. Browse the ‘Fresh!’ exhibition and a mini craft market that includes as much as 12 native crafters promoting distinctive, handmade presents.

natureinart.org.uk

 

Christmas Candlelight Concert at Tewkesbury Abbey: Monday, 8 December.

A magical night that includes a reside band and proficient singers performing festive classics by candlelight within the magnificent Abbey.

tewkesburyabbey.org.uk

 

Nadia Eide presents Winter Light at Tewkesbury Abbey: Monday, 15 December.

The Voice UK 2021 finalist brings her Christmas live performance tour, that includes her spectacular vocal vary, festive favourites, and a particular visitor choir.

tewkesburyabbey.org.uk

 

Councillor Richard Stanley, Leader and Lead Member for Economic Development mentioned: “We are delighted to share this implausible line-up of festive actions, which showcases the colourful neighborhood spirit throughout Tewkesbury Borough. From our bustling Christmas Market and Lights Switch-on to the magical Spectacle of Light and the laughs at The Roses Theatre panto, there’s something seasonal for everybody to take pleasure in.

 

“We want to thank all our amazing attractions and retailers for putting on and supporting such a wonderful programme of events and we encourage all residents and visitors to support our local businesses and attractions this winter, helping to make the festive season memorable for families while supporting our local businesses.”

 

Free parking

To assist our small companies and retailers throughout their essential gross sales interval, Tewkesbury Borough Council has beforehand introduced free parking at council owned automotive parks in Tewkesbury and Winchcombe on particular dates, starting Sunday, 23 November for the Tewkesbury Christmas Market and Lights Switch-on.

 

With a spectacular vary of occasions spanning mild trails, conventional markets, heritage celebrations, and festive theatre, Tewkesbury Borough is including further festive sparkle to the season this winter. It’s time to seek the advice of the calendar and find time for occasions and actions and assist the native companies that make these occasions attainable and create lasting recollections this festive season. To plan your excellent winter day trip, or to seek out extra info on all of the occasions listed, please go to visittewkesbury.data.