Christmas events in North Norfolk

With endless twinkling lights, festive markets, handmade gifts, delicious food venues, mulled cider, windy beach strolls and enchanting Christmas events – North Norfolk is the perfect spot to bring the festive magic to life this winter.

Thursford

It’s famous worldwide and oozing with Christmas charm, Thursford is the ultimate festive family adventure.    

Best experienced from dusk and perfect for all ages, you’ll be transported into a real-life Coca-cola advert on Santa’s Magical Journey.  Marvel at the giant teddies, see the elves busy at work in the toy factory and you’ll meet the Snowman’s family before venturing outside to the Lantern Light Extravaganza.  Outside is adorned with glowing sculptures, expect the traditional North Pole characters, and be surprised with a fantasy underwater world and magnificent jewelled jungle animals!  And at the end of it all there’s a magical meet and greet with Santa. Tickets start from £15 and advanced booking is a must.

For anyone above 8, all the bells and whistles of Christmas are collated into an eclectic fast paced Christmas Spectacular of singing, dancing, fun and laughter in abundance.  Take your seat and enjoy the 130-cast show, the largest Christmas of its kind in Europe.  Shows run from 8^th November to 23^rd December with tickets starting from £43, advanced booking is essential, after all it is famous for a reason.

Luminate

Snuggle into your warmest jacket and muddy boots and head to Sandringham Estate for an enchanting, illuminated trail through the Royal Parkland.  Discover woodland fairies, interactive light shows, sparkling disco balls and light play through the mile long journey and not forgetting a midway stop off for hot chocolate and toast your own marshmallows. Whilst not a traditional Christmas themed event, it’s the perfect atmospheric late afternoon treat to get all ages into the festive mood. Running from 11^th November to 24^th December with tickets from £13.25 it’s a popular event with both locals and visitors alike, run don’t walk to book your ticket!

Holkham

Like something from a Dickens novel, a guided tour of Holkham Hall is the perfect friends and family festive adventure.  As featured on Channel 4’s ‘Christmas at Holkham’ the magnificent hall becomes a treasure trove of unique and opulent decorations, a feast for all the senses as you tour the different state rooms before heading to the Old Kitchen for mince pies and prosecco.  Twinkling candlelight and atmospheric music complete the sensory treat.  Running on 7^th, 8^th, 11^th & 14^th December with prices from £18 we recommend booking in advance.

Christmas Markets 2023

Nothing feels more Christmassy than heading to a traditional festive fair.  North Norfolk has some of the finest markets filled with local producers and suppliers, crafters, makers, creators, and demonstrators.  Check out our favourite markets below:

The Burnhams Market

Friday 17^th & Saturday 18^th November 2023 at The Hoste in Burnham Market

Sandringham Christmas Craft and Food Fair

Friday 17^th, Saturday 18^th & Sunday 19^th November 2023 at Sandringham Estate

Creake Abbey Christmas Farmers Market with gifts

Saturday 25th November, Saturday 2nd & 23rd December 2023 at Creake Abbey

Pensthorpe Christmas Market

Sunday 26^th November 2023 at Pensthorpe

The Norfolk Artisan Fair at Christmas 

Sunday 3rd December 2023 at Fakenham Racecourse

Explore our Barefoot Christmas cottages nestled along the North Norfolk coastline for your perfect home from home with friends and family this winter.