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Sat 27 November â Mon 3Â January 2022
Newstead Abbey
The team at Newstead Abbey has a tale to tell this festive period as Storybook Christmas returns. New for this year is a Christmas legend and a much-loved story - The Nutcracker written by E.T.A Hoffmann, and used as the basis for the 1892 Tchaikovsky ballet.
Be enthralled by stunningly dressed rooms specially dressed to Christmas as you tour the historic house. Â
Each weekend (Sat-Sun), there will also be a craft market in the cloisters with a range of local handmade goods. The craft stalls can be accessed either as part of the Storybook Christmas house tour, or via the shop if you're just visiting the gardens.Â
When you make your booking, why not add Festive Afternoon Tea to your experience, or even a full Christmas dinner which is available every Sunday
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Until Fri 31 December
Old Market Square
Its the first weekend for Nottingham's Christmas Market with lots of fun activities, market stalls, and festive treats to try.
Take a trip to the brand new Christmas Village in Trinity Square (pictured) and grab a mulled wine or a hot chocolate. Groups will love the cosy igloo-style domes where you can order drinks from the festive menu.
In Old Market Square, look down on the magnificent Christmas tree from the 33m high observation wheel, or take a ride on the traditional carousel.
If you're worried about crowds, consider visiting midweek.
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Fri 26 November to Sun 9Â January 2022
Wollaton Park
Just a week to go and Christmas at Wollaton will be back to light up those long winter evenings.
The new trail is longer this year with lots of new installations to enchant you.
Throughout the trail, there will be the opportunity to grab a hot drink or a mulled wine and you can even stop and toast marshmallows in the fire pit.
Tickets are selling out in the most popular slots so get your booking made as soon as you can.
Why not book your parking at the same time?
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Trees available now
Woodthorpe Park Plant Shop
A giant reindeer lights the way to Woodthorpe Park!
Choose your Christmas tree either in person or online! Delivery is free within a 10Â mile radius when you spend over ÂŁ30. Trees come in biodegradable netting.
You can also buy buy beautiful home-grown poinsettia in a range of colours, plus cyclamens and chilli plants - perfect for Christmas gifts.Â
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Fri 26 and Sat 27 NovemberÂ
Sneinton Market Avenues
This is an alternative Christmas market that is uniquely Sneinton.
There will be incredible independent vendors, sustainably sourced dĂŠcor, and festive artwork, celebrating the best of Sneintonâs diverse heritage and creative community.
You can expect artists, makers, musicians, food, and drink. It's all distinctly local and independent.Â
Food and drink is provided by Nottingham Street Food Club (Fri) and Blend.
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Sat 4 December to Sun 9 JanuaryÂ
National Ice Centre
Enjoy a magical ice skate amongst the twinkling lights and majestic Christmas tree at the ice centre this Christmas!
Skate to the biggest Christmas hits and cosy up with a hot chocolate and marshmallows afterwards!Â
Skate with the man himself when Santa takes to the ice on 18 December, or with your favourite Nottingham Panthers players. There are also family friendly parent and toddler Christmas skating parties.Â
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Saturday 11 December to Sunday 9 January 2022
Theatre Royal
Donât miss the ultimate pantomime adventure as Robin Hood returns to its rightful home.
The most heroic outlaw of them all strives to win the hand of the beautiful Maid Marian while he and his trusty band of Merry Men outwit the evil Sheriff of Nottingham.
The show is packed full of comedy, action, adventure, and plenty of glitz and glamour.
X-Factorâs Matt Terry is Robin Hood, dance sensations Flawless will play The Merry Men, and Matthew Kelly is Dame Tilly Tuck.
Don't miss this sheriff-busting, tights-wearing, pantomime extravaganza!
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Thurs 9 â Thurs 30 December
Nottingham Lakeside Arts
Imagine being born in an oven and the first person you meet wants to dunk you in their tea!âŻâŻCome and join the bravest biscuit of all on his quest for survival.
Up and down and into town our Gingerbread Man must use his wits to escape anyone who finds him tasty.
Suitable for families of all ages! No scary bits â just don't turn up hungry!Â
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 Fri 26 NovemberÂ
Motorpoint Arena
See the arena transform into an unforgettable dancefloor next week as Pete Tong OBE, and The Heritage Orchestra with conductor Jules Buckley, bring their incredible night of Ibiza classics to Nottingham!
Pete will also be joined at the decks by DJ Andy Baxter, Becky Hill, and Ultra Nate.
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Sat 27 November
Motorpoint Arena
Times like these require a band like Nottingham's own Sleaford Mods. Except, of course, there are no other bands like Sleaford Mods. Theyâre back with new album âSpare Ribsâ and a UK Tour, stopping off in their hometown.
âSpare Ribsâ is the sound of a band so sure of their own sonic terrain that they can now explore its outer regions. Sleaford Mods really are an essential part of Britainâs musical anatomy.
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Until Sun 5 December
Online
There are seven amazing prizes to be won in the Nottingham City Council Winter Arrow magazine.
Prizes include
đ a family ticket to Christmas at Wollaton
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a family ticket for Christmas at Newstead
đone of three children's Christmas book bundles
đ°a festive afternoon tea at Woodthorpe Park
đa family ticket to see Robin Hood the panto at Theatre Royal
*Competition closes 5 December. One entry per email address.
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