Christmas Decorating Workshop
Enjoy a guided tour of Rufford Old Hall before taking part in a festive workshop to create your very own traditional wreath to hang on the front door. Tickets £30, all materials provided, booking essential on 01704 821254.
Charity Ghost Hunt
The Mansion House hosts a ghost hunt in aid of Age UK Mid Mersey. Explore the Victorian house under the cover of darkness – who knows what might be lurking in the shadows… Tickets £27 per person and can be booked at www.fourthelementparanormal.com.
Santa Weekend
Come along for some festive transport fun, free rides on Christmas buses, model railway displays, Christmas crafts and a Santa’s grotto. Grotto tickets £8 including museum admission, or normal admission charges apply.
Santa & Real Reindeer
Father Christmas arrives in St. Helens with his real reindeer. See these wonderful animals and give Santa your Christmas letter! Free to attend.
Christmas Concert
Join the St. Helens Choral Society for a festive concert of Gounod St. Cecilia Mass with excerpts from Handel’s Messiah and seasonal carols. Tickets £10 or £1 for students. Call 01695 625 500 or email info@sthelenschoralsociety.org to book.
Drawing & Painting Birds
Local artist and illustrator Tony Disley presents a one-day art class from sketching through to painting. Practical demonstrations and tutorials will help you paint your own small bird. Tickets £50 per person including admission to Martin Mere, 12+ only.
Children’s Christmas Party
Visit Sant in the Yarrow Suite a and receive a free gift, and enjoy games and a disco. Entry costs £5 per child including a hot dog and drink.
Eccleston Carol Concert
Eccleston Parish Council invites everyone to a carol concert accompanied by the Eccleston Brass Band. Get in the Christmas spirit early.
Christmas Quiz
Polish up your general knowledge and win fabulous prizes at the annual Christmas quiz. Free entry, supper and entertainment provided!
New Year’s Eve Party
Let the New Year in with a bang at this free to enter disco! Families welcome.