Christmas in Staffordshire

Staffordshire is the place to be if you’re looking for a Christmas full of magic and sparkle this year!

Christmas in Staffordshire means spectacular light shows, family fun with kids’ TV favourites, and the chance to meet Santa himself!

Here are 10 of the best things to do for Christmas in Staffordshire.

10 Christmas Family Days Out in Staffordshire

• Alton Towers Resort

Alton Towers Resort is the ultimate festive escape. You'll find Europe's biggest light and lantern festival, the family rides at CBeebies Land, more than 60 Christmas market stalls, and the unforgettable Santa's Sleepovers!

• Lichfield Cathedral

Witness the breath-taking Cathedral Illuminated at Lichfield Cathedral, with stunning light and sound show dedicated to the sights and sounds of Christmas, as well as the Crib, and the annual Christmas Tree Festival.

• National Memorial Arboretum

The incredible Illuminated Arboretum is back at the National Memorial Arboretum this December! Explore the exciting and interactive light installations, and see the memorials as you've never seen them before.

• Trentham Estate

Experience something truly spectacular with The Trentham Estate's Christmas at Trentham - a brand-new illuminated trail bathing the beautiful landscape in a dazzling display of light, fire and sound.

• Weston Park

Enjoy a magical, colourful illuminated stroll through Temple Wood at Weston Park, tuck into delicious street food and browse the market stalls - it's all waiting for you at Enchanted Weston.

• Drayton Manor Resort

Make special memories at Drayton Manor Resort this winter, courtesy of Magical Christmas, with falling snow, beautiful decorations, live entertainment, your favourite Thomas & Friends characters and Father Christmas too!

• Churnet Valley Railway

All aboard for the North Pole at Churnet Valley Railway, where The Polar Express brings you singing chefs, dancing train conductors, the Northern Lights, and gifts from Santa for all true believers.

• Snowdome

Santa's Winter Wonderland returns to the Snowdome in November and December, with a brand new live show, Santa's furry friends in the Christmas Village, and the sledging, snowballs and real snow on the Christmas Snow Trail.

• National Forest Adventure Farm

Head on an adventure to the North Pole at the National Forest Adventure Farm, home to mischievous elves, gingerbread decorating with Mrs Claus, and even a talking polar bear! Plus a gift for every child from Father Christmas himself. 

• McArthur Glen West Midlands

Get all the Christmas shopping done in one go at McArthur Glen West Midlands, the brand new shopping village with iconic high street brands, savings of up to 60%, top restaurants, and a huge play area to entertain the little ones.

More things to do for Christmas in Staffordshire

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