What is there to do in Cambridge on Christmas Day?

Christmas Activities in Cambridge that Will Make You Feel Festive

• If there was a season where Cambridge felt truly magical it would have to be Christmas.
• Christmas Carols on the River.
• Ely Christmas Food Fair.
• Wimpole Estate Illumination Trail.
• Audley End Christmas Spectacular.
• Cambridge Christmas Fair at Parker’s Piece.

Is Cambridge good at Christmas?

Cambridge is a beautiful city and lends itself well to the twinkle and glitter of the festive period. Visiting at this time of year for some Christmas shopping at the stores and Christmas markets in Cambridge is a real joy!

Is there a Christmas market in Cambridge?

The Cambridge Christmas Market showcases amazing products from more than 40 local artisans, crafters and makers, both online and in-person.

What is there to do in Cambridge in the winter?

Things to do in Cambridge this Winter

• The Big Switch On. The Big Christmas Lights Switch On will take place this year on Sunday 18th November from midday.
• Mill Road Winter Fair.
• The North Pole in Parkers Piece.
• Cambridge Market.
• Punting.

Where can I see Santa in Cambridge?

Santa’s Grottos in Cambridgeshire

• Wicken Fen Nature Reserve. Father Christmas at the Fen.
• Nene Valley Railway. Santa Specials.
• Scotsdales Garden Centre. Scotsdales Garden Centre Santa’s Grotto.
• Notcutts Garden Centre. Santa.
• Frosts Garden Centre. Santa.
• Duxford Advent Market. Santa.
• Audley End.
• Shepreth Wildlife Park.

Can you go punting in Cambridge in December?

The most popular attraction: Punting in Cambridge. Punting is open all year round! For some of you, this might sound like a terribly cold idea. What you might not know is that punting during the frosty winter season, will be an unforgettable experience.

Where can I see reindeer in Cambridgeshire?

Bury Lane Farm Shop in Melbourn will be setting up its annual Santa’s grotto again this year, with the star of the show being a herd of beautiful Cairngorm reindeer, who will be making a special appearance for one day online.

What is there to do in Cambridge on Boxing Day?

Visit wildlifebcn.org.

• Wandlebury and the Gog Magogs. Snow at Wandlebury Country Park (Image: Cambridge PPF)
• Grantchester Meadows, Grantchester. Grantchester Meadows (Image: Peter Stearn)
• Stourbridge Common, Cambridge.
• Wimpole Hall, Arrington.
• Trumpington Meadows.
• Grafham Water.
• Nene Washes.

Is Bath Christmas market still on?

Staff shortages mean Bath Christmas Market has been cancelled for the second year running in what has been described as a “devastating blow” for the city. Organisers say recruitment issues caused by Brexit and Covid mean it cannot safely manage the market.

Where is Cambridge Christmas Market UK?

East of England Christmas Craft, Food and Gift Fair, 11-12 December. Taking place at the East of England Showground, the fair features hundreds of exhibits, crafts and gifts from talented tradesmen, designers, jewellers and more.

What can you do on a day out in Cambridge?

Top Attractions in Cambridge

• Fitzwilliam Museum. 3,545. Art Museums.
• The River Cam. 2,429. Bodies of Water.
• University of Cambridge. 816.
• King’s College Chapel. 3,352.
• The Cambridge Gin Laboratory. 692.
• Cambridge University Botanic Garden. 1,645.
• Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial. 1,194.
• The Centre for Computing History. 607.

What to do at Christmas in Cambridgeshire this year?

There are lots of Christmas events in Cambridgeshire this year – from festive Christmas markets to Santa’s Grottos and glittering Christmas light trails. If you are in Cambridgeshire during the festive season and looking for things to do in Cambridgeshire at Christmas, you won’t be disappointed.

What to do in Cambridge for a weekend?

Things to Do There’s something for everyone when it comes to entertainment in Cambridge. You can go punting on the River Cam, enjoy a picnic in the park, join a walking tour of the city or explore further afield from the seat of a bicycle following the excellent network of cycle paths in and around the city.

Where can you go ice skating in Cambridge this Christmas?

Get into the festive spirit — whatever the weather — and skate in style at The North Pole Cambridge, featuring a clear roof for undercover ice skating under the sun, moon and stars at Parker’s Piece. When? Open until Sunday, January 5. How Much? £11.70 for children and £14.70 for adults. Click here to find out more.

Where to go for Christmas in the UK?

We usually try to go to one of the European Christmas markets each year but there are also some fantastic Christmas markets in the UK. They are a great place to pick up some handmade Christmas gifts.