Wrap up warm in hats and scarves and discover North Cornwall's Christmas activities this December. From creating your own wreath, to visiting Santa's grotto, we guide you through our favourite Christmas activities that are sure to get you in the festive spirit.
Santa by Steam
Santa by Steam is a magical train journey through the Cornish countryside complete with a visit from the railway elves and Santa himself. The one-hour rides depart on Saturdays and Sundays from Bodmin General Station leading up to Christmas. To find out more and buy tickets click here. Bodmin General Station is a 25-minute drive from Rock.
The Eden Project Festival of Christmas
From 22 November until 05 January, the Eden Project hosts their Festival of Christmas. Experience the joy of Christmas with a visit to Father Christmas and his elves, a skate on the ice rink, a magical after-dark light show and much more. The Eden project is near St Austell, just a 40-minute drive from Rock. Find out more here.
Wadebridge Christmas Market
Wander around the pretty market town of Wadebridge, then head to the Royal Cornwall Showground for the Cornwall Christmas Market. With late night shopping in the independent boutiques, live music, mulled wine and Santa's grotto, there is plenty to get you in the festive mood. Cornwall Christmas Market runs from 13 - 15 December 2024.
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
The Lost Gardens of Heligan are offering a whole host of festive activities throughout December. With 200 acres of gardens to discover and everything from a Christmas market to an illumination created by a renowned light artist there is lots to see and do. Find out more about the various festive activities here. The Lost Gardens of Heligan are a 55-minute drive from Rock.
Images courtesy of The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Fowey Christmas Market
Running from 22 to 24 November 2024, the Fowey Christmas Market is a Christmas must. Wander around the harbour taking in the twinkling lights as they reflect off the water. Head to the Christmas marquee and indulge in locally produced food and drink or stock up on gifts from the lovely mix of market stalls.
Wreath making workshop at Knightor Winery
Images courtesy of The Duchy of Cornwall Nursery
Create your own gorgeous festive wreath to hang on your door. The Duchy of Cornwall Nursery is hosting a wreath making workshop on 29 November at 11am and 7th December at 2pm. Enjoy a hot drink and mince pies before using a lovely range of foliage, berries, ribbons and ornaments to create your own unique Christmas wreath to proudly display. The Duchy of Cornwall Nursery is a 40-minute drive from Rock.
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