Best Christmas days out in Warwickshire 2024
There are loads of things to do in Warwickshire this Christmas! This is a comprehensive list of the best Christmas days out in Warwickshire. They include places to see Santa and other festive activities both with and without Santa visits. You can jump straight to each event using the links in the table below. Advance booking is essential at all attractions unless otherwise stated.
This post covers the Warwickshire area only. If you are looking for Christmas days out in nearby counties, please see below:
You can also check out my post about all the Pantomimes taking place across the West Midlands Region in 2024, which includes Warwickshire.
Battlefield Line – Santa Trains
Information about the 2024 Santa Trains event has not yet been released. Below is information from last year’s event. I have linked to the events page of the website so you can check for more recent updates.
Book a table or compartment for a train ride with a difference onboard the Battlefield Line this Christmas. Santa will be joining you on board! This sold out last year so they advise booking early. Choose between the following options:
Bronze
Sit at a table for four in an open plan coach. Adults will receive a mince pie and children receive a packet of sweets. Santa visits each table with small gifts for the children.
Silver
Sit in a private compartment in a group of up to eight people. Adults receive wine and a mince pie on board, while children are given a drink of juice and some sweets. Santa will visit each compartment during the journey with a great present for all the children.
Gold
The flagship Battlefield Line experience sees passengers arriving in their private compartment to find a festive hamper from the elves. Wine, festive goodies, soft drinks, mince pies, biscuits, crisps, satsumas and chocolates are all available, along with alternatives to suit dietary requirements as long as you let them know when booking. Santa visits each compartment, chats to the children and gives them a lovely present.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Website: The Battlefield Line
Review: Tripadvisor
Children’s Play Village Warwickshire
Information about the 2024 Play Village events has not yet been released. Below is information from last year’s event. I have linked to the Play Village website so you can check for more recent updates.
The Children’s Play Village has a variety of events taking place during November and December. Pick the one you prefer and make sure you go for a Santa visit if you want to see Father Christmas while you’re there.
Elf Training School
Head to the Children’s Play Village in November to see the North Pole Elves that Santa has sent there to play. The village is decorated for the season and the elves will be hosting festive games, music and dancing. Children can explore the play village and earn an elf training certificate.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Santa Visits
Santa, his elves and the fairy god mother are at the play village in the run-up to Christmas. Rudy the Elf is being considered for the role of head of Elf & Safety. But his mischievous side is shining through as he proves he was born to entertain. Take part in festive games, sing, dance and watch Santa performing magic tricks.
Dates: Not yet announced.
The Singing Princess
If you’re not quite ready to give up on the festive season, head to the play village after Christmas to meet Princess Pearl. Banished from her kingdom after drinking a magic potion, Pearl was hit by a curse that made her forget how to be a princess. Children can help her to get her memory back and return to her kingdom before the time on the magic hourglass runs out. Listen to Pearl singing and join in with fun and dancing.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Website: Children’s Play Village
Review: Tripadvisor
Coombe Abbey – Luminate Live
Luminate Live is a festive light trail that takes place in various different venues. The breathtaking, illuminated trail through Coombe Abbey Park will be back to delight and enthral visitors for Christmas 2024. It features gorgeous lighting elements and amazing light play set to ambient music. A magical experience for all ages. The light trail has been updated for 2024 with fresh artistic designs.
Dates: 30th November to 31st December 2024
Website: Luminate Live
Review: Coventry Live
Enchanted Tea Room – Various Festive Events
The Enchanted Tea Room in Leamington Spa always has some fabulous looking Christmas events. So far this year, they have announced Whoville themed Christmas events for 2024.
Afternoon Tea and Breakfast with Santa and the Grinch
Enjoy a Christmas show and “Grinchmas” afternoon tea. THere will be plenty of songs and dances and a Grinch themed menu including sweet and savoury treats, a selection of drinks and lots of green food! The Christmas show features Martha May, Cindy Lou Who, the Whoville elves and of course the Grinch himself. Let the café know whether your child will be on the naughty or nice list when they visit the grotto! The Enchanted Tea Room events sell out early, some dates are already booked up for December 2024.
Dates: At present the dates showing are 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th December 2024. They may add more dates and additional events closer to Christmas.
Website: Enchanted Tea Room
Review: Tripadvisor
Hatton Adventure World Warwickshire – Enchanted Christmas Kingdom
Enter the Enchanted Christmas Kingdom at Hatton in Warwickshire this Christmas. Cheeky elves will guide visitors through the enchanted forest on the hunt for Father Christmas in his grotto. Then, head for the secret toy shop and choose your own toy. Or upgrade to visit the build a bear workshop instead.
Watch the Festive Friends and Yuletide Trickery show with Mr Holly and enjoy an indoor performance at the falconry centre. Walk through Winter Wonderland and enjoy a festive fair. Find out whether you’re on the naughty or nice list, make reindeer food and decorate some gingerbread. A reindeer quest, animal handling, play areas and all the usual Hatton activities will be on offer as well.
Full information and dates for the Christmas 2024 event have not yet been released. However, there is some more information on the events page of their website with further details to follow.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Website: Hatton Adventure World
Review: Stratford Blog
Kenilworth Castle Warwickshire
Information about the 2024 Christmas event at Kenilworth Castle has not yet been released. Below are the details of last year’s event. I have linked to the Kenilworth events page so you can check for more recent updates.
Visit Father Christmas at Kenilworth Castle and hear him telling stories among festive decorations. This is a group storytelling session and every child will receive a small gift. One adult can accompany each child and they advise arriving at least 15 minutes before your allocated time to see Santa.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Website: Kenilworth Castle
Review: I can’t find a review of the Christmas experience but you can read our review of a dog friendly family day out at Kenilworth Castle.
Stratford Upon Avon – Victorian Christmas Market
Details of the 2024 Christmas market have not yet been announced but they have confirmed it will be taking place. Below are details of last year’s event which are subject to change for 2024. I have linked to their website so you can check for updates.
The Stratford Upon Avon Victorian Christmas market will see stallholders wearing Victorian attire. As well as the stalls themselves, a programme of entertainment takes place around the town. Head to Henley Street for a variety of performances. At the bottom of Wood Street and in the Rother Street market area, you’ll find a traditional funfair including a carousel. Waterside, Bridge Street, Henley Street, Meer Street and High Street will all host stalls. If you get hungry, head to Wood Street for consumable produce stalls and street food.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Website: Stratford-on-Avon District Council
Review: Coventry Live
Warwick Castle, Warwickshire – Christmas at the Castle and Illuminated Light Trail
Information about the 2024 Christmas event at Warwick Castle has not yet been released. Below are the details of last year’s event. I have linked to the Warwick Castle events page so you can check for more recent updates.
Choose to visit Warwick Castle during the day or the evening this Christmas. Christmas at the Castle is the daytime experience with extra attractions that can be added to your day. Alternatively, visit the illuminated light trail after dark to see the castle from a different perspective.
Christmas at the Castle
The dazzling decorations, twinkly trees and festive flourishes. When attending Christmas at the Castle, visitors can also book stories with Santa and Mrs Claus. Listen to them telling you beautiful stories of joy and home that will inspire you for the festive season ahead. To complete your experience, book your slot to glide around the open-air ice rink in the castle grounds.
Light Trail
Visit the Castle after dark to stroll around the grounds looking at the illuminated light trail. The experience takes around 45 minutes and is a stand-alone visit. You can book tickets for both Christmas at the Castle and the illuminated light trail consecutively to combine the two.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Website: Warwick Castle
Review: Plutonium Sox
