Christmas events in Gloucestershire

Find Christmas events in Gloucestershire 2011, including pantomimes, fayres, where to meet Santa, carol singing, festive concerts and much more, with SoGlos.com’s guide to the best festive events in the county.

Christmas in Gloucestershire 2011 is set to be a fun-filled festive season complete with plenty of things to do for the whole family, with all the festive celebrations and over-indulgence you could ever hope for.

SoGlos.com’s hand-selected guide to Christmas events in Gloucestershire 2011 will help you make the most of everything that’s on offer in the county, from pantomimes and fayres, to where to meet Santa, carol singing and festive concerts in Cheltenham, the Cotswolds, Gloucester, the Forest of Dean, Stroud and Tewkesbury.

For a comprehensive selection of events throughout December 2011 see the Gloucestershire events calendar, while below you will find a carefully-selected choice of Christmas highlights from across the county.

Christmas events in Cheltenham 2011

Saturday 19 November 2011

The Brewery's Christmas Lights Switch On - Head to The Brewery in Cheltenham for the Christmas Lights Switch On, when the whole family will be able to enjoy an afternoon and evening jam-packed with festive fun. For more information call (01242) 574378 or visit thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk directly.

Wednesday 23 November 2011

Christmas Fair at Cowley Manor - Gorgeous gifts, a spectacular fashion show and festive cocktails await visitors to Cowley Manor’s anticipated Christmas Fair. For more information call (01242) 870900 or visit cowleymanor.com directly.

Friday 25 November 2011 to Sunday 8 January 2012

Jack and the Beanstalk in Cheltenham - The family pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk will be at The Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham for a festive feast of entertainment until January 2012. For more information call (01242) 572573 or visit everymantheatre.org.uk/ directly.

Friday 25 to Sunday 27 November 2011

Santa and his Reindeer visit The Brewery - Get your hands on handmade Christmas gifts, as The Brewery plays host to a festive weekend market this November. For more information call (01242) 574378 or visit thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk directly.

Sunday 27 November 2011

Christmas Shopping and Beauty Event at The Spa - Treat yourself to an afternoon of pampering and stock up on some exclusive Christmas presents, at this afternoon event being held at The Spa at Ellenborough Park. For more information call (01242) 545426 or visit ellenboroughpark.com directly.

Saturday 3 December 2011

Santa and his Reindeer visit The Brewery - Meet Santa and his Reindeer at The Brewery, in what has to be Gloucestershire’s cutest Christmas event. For more information call (01242) 574378 or visit thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk directly.

Sunday 4 to Sunday 18 December 2011

Santa’s Elves Sunday Lunches in Cheltenham - Enjoy a traditional Sunday lunch in Cheltenham while the kids listen to Christmas stories from Santa’s elves, at The Montpellier Chapter Restaurant. For more information call (01242) 527788 or visit themontpellierchapterhotel.com directly.

Saturday 10 December 2011

Maggie’s Christmas Fair in Cheltenham - Meet Santa, do some Christmas shopping and enjoy plenty of festive family activities, at the annual Maggie’s Christmas Fair. For more information call (01242) 250611 or visit maggiescentres.org/cheltenhamfundraising directly.

Thursday 15 December 2011

Maggie’s Cheltenham Christmas Concert - Hear a celebrated mezzo soprano, a band and two choirs perform at this inaugural Christmas Concert in aid of charity Maggie’s Cheltenham – complete with mince pies to boot. For more information call (01242) 250611 or visit maggiescentres.org/cheltenhamfundraising directly.

Saturday 17 December 2011

Star FM Christmas Show Takeover at The Brewery - Join the Star FM team as they take Christmas requests and broadcast live from The Brewery in Cheltenham. For more information call (01242) 574378 or visit thebrewerycheltenham.co.uk directly.

Sunday 8 January 2012

Top Hats and Tinsel in Cheltenham - Local theatre company Rain or Shine will be bringing its anticipated festive romp to Cheltenham in the new year. For more information call (01242) 525371 or visit rainorshine.co.uk directly.

Thursday 12 to Sunday 15 January 2012

Dick Whittington pantomime at the Bacon Theatre - Cheer the hero and boo the baddie at Promenade Productions’ latest panto Dick Whittington, on show at the Bacon Theatre in Cheltenham. For more information call (01242) 224144 or visit promenadeproductions.co.uk/ directly.

Christmas events in the Cotswolds 2011

Friday 16 December 2011

Top Hats and Tinsel in Poulton - Local theatre company Rain or Shine will be bringing its anticipated festive romp to Poulton Village Hall. For more information call (01285) 851237 or visit rainorshine.co.uk directly.

Friday 6 January 2012

Top Hats and Tinsel in Naunton - Local theatre company Rain or Shine will be bringing its anticipated festive romp to Naunton in the new year. For more information call (01451) 850586 or visit rainorshine.co.uk directly.

Christmas events in the Forest of Dean 2011

Saturday 3 to Sunday 11 December 2011

Christmas Markets at Taurus Crafts - Two Christmas markets, the region’s best crafts, a working pottery, organic produce and local Norway Spruce Christmas trees will all be found at Taurus Crafts this month. For more information call (01594) 844841 or visit tauruscrafts.co.uk directly.

Saturday 3 to Friday 23 December 2011

Fairy Forest Trails at Dean Heritage Centre - Meet Father Christmas in a captivating Forest of Dean setting, and see Brother’s Grimm stories come to life, at Dean Heritage Centre’s brand new Fairy Forest Trails event. For more information call (01594) 822170 or visit deanheritagecentre.com directly.

Saturday 17 to Saturday 24 December 2011

Christmas Holiday Activities at Taurus Crafts - Paint your own pot, make Christmas biscuits and festive decorations galore, when Taurus Crafts puts on its range of Christmas Holidays Activities in the Forest of Dean. For more information call (01594) 844841 or visit tauruscrafts.co.uk directly.

Christmas events in Gloucester 2011

Sunday 20 November 2011

Christmas lights celebration at Gloucester Cathedral - Christmas isn’t complete without singing a carol or two. Gloucester Cathedral has just the ticket thanks to a special event celebrating the Christmas lights switch on. For more information call (01452) 528095 or visit gloucestercathedral.org.uk directly.

Throughout December

Special Christmas Events at Gloucester Cathedral - With carols, concerts and a special interactive advent calendar, Gloucester Cathedral is set to be a popular destination this Christmas. For more information call (01452) 528095 or visit gloucestercathedral.org.uk directly.

Thursday 1 to Saturday 31 December 2011

A Very Victorian Christmas at Gloucester Folk Museum - A wishing tree, craft activities, candle-lit tours, carols and much more await visitors to the Victorian-themed Gloucester Folk Museum this Christmas. For more information call (01452) 396868 or visit gloucester.gov.uk/folkmuseum directly.

Saturday 10 December 2011

Chosen Hill School Christmas Fayre - Meet Santa, win some great local prizes and stock up on festive delights at more than 40 stalls, at the annual Chosen Hill School Christmas Fayre. For more information call (01452) 713488 or visit chosen-hill.gloucs.sch.uk/ directly.

Christmas Carols on the Hour at Gloucester Cathedral - Set to be a highlight of the venue’s busy Christmas calendar, visitors are being invited to take a break from their seasonal shopping to enjoy Christmas carols in the glorious Gloucester Cathedral. For more information call (01452) 528095 or visit gloucestercathedral.org.uk directly.

Sunday 11 December 2011

Top Hats and Tinsel in Gloucester - Local theatre company Rain or Shine will be bringing its anticipated festive romp to Gloucester Guildhall’s stage this Christmas. For more information call 07758 006414 or visit rainorshine.co.uk directly.

Saturday 17 December 2011 to Monday 2 January 2012

Follow the Star Trail at Gloucester Cathedral - Gloucester Cathedral will be the setting for festive family fun this Christmas, as it plays host to a free children’s Follow the Star Trail. For more information call (01452) 528095 or visit gloucestercathedral.org.uk directly.

Sunday 18 December 2011

Carols in the City in Gloucester - Grab one of the remaining free seats for Carols in the City, a Christmas concert spectacular being held at GL1 in Gloucester this December. For more information call (01452) 419219 or visit onechurchgloucester.com directly.

Friday 30 December 2011

Top Hats and Tinsel in Hucclecote - Local theatre company Rain or Shine will be bringing its anticipated festive romp to Hucclecote. For more information call (01452) 547815 or visit rainorshine.co.uk directly.

Saturday 24 December 2011

Christmas Eve party at Cafe Rene - Tuck into a barbeque and dance the night away with Dirty Lyle and Beaver, as Cafe Rene is the place to be this Christmas Eve. For more information call (01452) 547815 or visit caferene.co.uk directly.

Saturday 14 January 2012

Top Hats and Tinsel in Sandhurst - Local theatre company Rain or Shine will be bringing its anticipated festive romp to Sandhurst in the new year. For more information call 07758 006414 or visit rainorshine.co.uk directly.

Christmas events in Stroud 2011

Thursday 1 to Saturday 24 December 2011

Wild Bird Feeds at Slimbridge - See hundreds of Bewick’s swans feed in the late afternoon this December, and experience one of winter’s most breathtaking wildlife spectaculars, in Slimbridge Wetland Centre’s warm and toasty heated-observatory. For more information call (01453) 891900 or visit wwt.org.uk/slimbridge directly.

Saturday 3 to Sunday 11 December 2011

Christmas Quackers at Slimbridge Wetland Centre - Tuck into a full English breakfast, feed the birds with the elves and meet Father Christmas in person, when Slimbridge Wetland Centre hosts its special Christmas Quackers weekends. For more information call (01453) 891900 or visit wwt.org.uk/slimbridge directly.

Saturday 3 December 2011

Top Hats and Tinsel in Wotton-under-Edge - Raise your voices and enjoy a good old sing song, as local theatre company Rain or Shine bring their anticipated festive romp to Wotton-under-Edge. For more information call 07758 006414 or visit rainorshine.co.uk directly.

Christmas events in Tewkesbury 2011

Saturday 3 December 2011 to Saturday 7 January 2012

Sleeping Beauty at The Roses - Oh yes it is pantomime time in Tewkesbury once again, and this year Sleeping Beauty will be entertaining audiences of all ages at The Roses Theatre’s sparkling show. For more information call (01684) 295074 or visit rosestheatre.org directly.

To get your festive event included in Gloucestershire's most popular Christmas events guide, call Melanie Jones on (01242) 210330 or email melanie@soglos.com for details.

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