Twixmas in Cheshire

When the presents are unwrapped and the turkey is finally finished, that wonderful time between Christmas and New Year is perfect for getting out and enjoying Cheshire at its sparkling best. Whether you’re looking for crisp winter walks, dazzling light trails, or a little leftover Christmas magic, there’s still so much to see and do across the county.

Discover, Wonder and Explore

Head to Jodrell Bank to journey through space and time. Explore the fascinating Gemini and Mercury exhibition or settle in for a storytelling adventure in Ted’s Space Dome – it’s out of this world fun for all ages.

Hit the sales at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet, it’s the perfect place to spend those gift cards. Alongside your favourite brands, you can still enjoy their Christmas at Cheshire Oaks celebration, where you can ride the big wheel or get your skates on for a whizz around the ice rink.

A Glow of Christmas Magic

Keep that festive twinkle alive with a walk through Cheshire’s magical Light Trails. From the spectacular Land of Lights at Gulliver’s World, the popular Lanterns and Light at Chester Zoo or the enchanting Light Trail at Dunham Massey. The perfect way to wrap up warm and end the year in a glow of colour and sparkle.

Step back in time at Tatton Park’s Christmas Mansion, beautifully dressed for the season and filled with festive surprises. Explore the winter gardens or meet the animals at the farm for a day of traditional family fun.

There’s also plenty of creativity and colour to discover. Follow Elmer’s Art Parade through Macclesfield, try your hand at festive craft sessions like Jingle Birds Crafts at Chester’s Grosvenor Museum, or visit Alice in the Hidden Garden at Bents for a dash of whimsy and wonder.

Family Fun and Festive Cheer

Keep the kids entertained with Elf Hunts at Tegg’s Nose Country Park and Brereton Heath Local Nature Reserve, or settle down for one of Cheshire’s many pantomimes, full of laughter, magic, and festive fun for all the family.

For grown-up gatherings, enjoy a fabulously festive Afternoon Tea at Oddfellows or quiz the year out in style with the Big Fat Quiz on the Roof at Rooftop Social in Chester. You can even catch Pete Waterman’s Making Tracks for Christmas at Blakemere Village before it wraps up.

End the Year in Style

Cheshire knows how to celebrate, and New Year’s Eve parties across the county promise a stunning send-off to 2025. But if you’d rather a quieter escape, enjoy a wintry walk through scenic favourites like Lyme, Quarry Bank, Tatton Park, or Dunham Massey, where the gardens are open for crisp, peaceful strolls.

Or head out into the stunning Cheshire countryside along one of the many walking routes to blow the festive cobwebs away. Whether you’re after a leisurely stroll around one of the county’s beautiful parks or fancy tackling a more challenging trail like the 35-mile Gritstone Trail that winds through Cheshire’s Peak District, there’s plenty to explore.

And don’t forget the Christmas Tree Festival, where Chester Cathedral will be aglow with more than 80 majestic Christmas trees.

Take a jolly journey through the heart-warming and hilarious worlds of beloved Christmas films with Christmas Movies by Candlelight. This festive celebration boasts a programme of music from timeless films, including ‘White Christmas’, ‘Love Actually’, ‘Home Alone’, ‘Elf’ and ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ - a truly magical way to keep the festive spirit shining through to New Year.

Wherever your Cheshire adventure takes you, there’s plenty to enjoy between Christmas and New Year from glowing lights to local sights, heart-warming food to frosty walks.