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Get into the festive spirit with Hull Trains! Discover the most exciting Christmas activities and events along our route. Book your train tickets today on our website or app for unbeatable prices and a hassle-free journey.
For more inspiration, why not read our Christmas in London blogs > Lights and Attractions, Shopping and Markets.
London
1. Enjoy a Festive Afternoon Tea
Various locations throughout ChristmasA Christmas themed afternoon tea – what could be better? Indulge in a festive afternoon tea in the heart of London and enjoy a selection of traditional and decadent treats. Here are just a few of our top picks…
• The Langham Christmas Afternoon Tea
• The Ritz Christmas Afternoon Tea
• Brigit’s Christmas Afternoon Tea Bus Tour
• Royal Lancaster Hotel Festive Afternoon Tea
• The Ned Festive Afternoon Tea
• The Langham Christmas Afternoon Tea
• The Ritz Christmas Afternoon Tea
• Brigit’s Christmas Afternoon Tea Bus Tour
• Royal Lancaster Hotel Festive Afternoon Tea
• The Ned Festive Afternoon Tea
2. Neverland at Kenwood House
21st November 2025 to 3rd January 2026Visit Kenwood House in Hamstead Heath this Christmas and enjoy a range of festive activities for their Neverland at Kenwood event. Explore an outdoor light trail and follow Tinkerbell on a magical journey. Warm up with a range of street food, winter drinks and hot chocolate!
3. Sleeping Beauty at the London Palladium
6th December 2025 to 11th January 2026A trip to the London Palladium panto is an essential must-do family activity this Christmas! Starring Catherine Tate and Palladium pantomime royalty Julian Clary at the West End’s biggest Christmas show, now seen by over 1,000,000 people, the 2025 show celebrates the 10th anniversary! Book your theatre tickets today.
4. Covent Garden
Switch on - Wednesday 12th November 2025The iconic Covent Garden Christmas bells are back for 2025! Santa’s sleigh will also be set up in Covent Garden throughout November and December – be sure to snap a photo! Enjoy the iconic decorations and giant Christmas tree, along with popular restaurants, bars and pop ups. Make sure you stop by Covent Garden on your trip to London this Christmas.
5. Harry Potter - Hogwarts in the Snow
15th November 2025 – 18th January 2026Step into the magical world of Harry Potter this Christmas with Hogwarts in the Snow. This year, the Great Hall will be transformed into the iconic scenes from the Yule Ball as seen in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.
The sets we all love and recognise will have a festive makeover from the Gryffindor common room and Forbidden Forest to Diagon Alley and the Hogwarts castle model. Find out more and book your tickets.
The sets we all love and recognise will have a festive makeover from the Gryffindor common room and Forbidden Forest to Diagon Alley and the Hogwarts castle model. Find out more and book your tickets.
6. Winter Wonderland
14th November 2025 to 1st January 2026
Experience the magic of Christmas at Winter Wonderland, London's largest festive attraction. Enjoy ice skating, an ice bar, a bustling Christmas market, and exciting rides. Don't forget to pre-book your tickets online via the Winter Wonderland website.
Hull & Beverley
1. Hull Christmas Lights Switch On
Date TBCHull city centre's festive transformation will begin on 20th November 2025 with the action taking place in Queen Victoria Square.
Other local light switch ons include:
Beverley Flemingate in 14th November 2025
Hessle Square in 28th November 2025
2. Oliver Twist at Hull Truck Theatre
28th November to 4th January 2025Take a trip to Hull Truck Theatre to see Oliver Twist this Christmas! A story we all know and love, it’s the perfect alternative to pantomime during the festive season. Performances are taking place between November and January so be sure to book your tickets in advance.
3. Christmas on Humber Street
This area of Hull is known for its creativity and community, making it a brilliant place for festive activity. There are usually plenty of things going on around Humber Street at Christmas time! A date will be confirmed soon.4. Victorian Christmas Market
29th November 2025
From 11am, experience a Victorian themed Christmas celebration at the Museum’s Quarter with plenty of activities to enjoy. More details will be announced closer to the event here.
From 11am, experience a Victorian themed Christmas celebration at the Museum’s Quarter with plenty of activities to enjoy. More details will be announced closer to the event here.
5. Beverley Festival of Christmas
14th December 2025Festive markets are taking place in Beverley this December. Fitting for the traditional market town, Beverley will see Christmas themed markets providing a variety of goods, food, drink and festive spirit. The Beverley Festival of Christmas, now in it's 29th year, happens on Sunday 14th December 2025, 10am - 4pm, head to the website for more details.
