20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England


20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England

I love hearing about Christmas Eve traditions. We love to stay at home, eat loads of food and drink plenty of fizz whilst watching Christmas TV but I know lots of you like to plan a special outing so I thought I would put together a little guide to a few Christmas Eve events taking place this year. 


HELLO - A Lot of people are finding this post via Google Search at the moment. I have not fully updated it to included 2021 events yet, I expect this to happen mid-Sept so please check back soon. 

In the meantime, please use this post for inspiration. 

If you like this post, don't forget to come back and check out the following:

Christmas Eve Events 2021 

  • Christmas Eve Toy Shop at Redfox Garden World 


  • Christmas Eve with Santa at The Sea Hotel (South Shields) 


    This is what they have to say: 
What better way to experience the magic of Christmas than with a visit to Santa and his grotto on Christmas Eve? 🎅🏻
We always like to make Santa feel at home, so we have prepared him a beautiful grotto ready for his arrival all the way from Lapland!
Includes a delicious Afternoon Tea and all children on the nice list will receive a gift from Santa. 🎁



Find out more and book here. 

  • Christmas Eve Family Fun Day at South Causey Inn 

This is what they have to say: 

Help us spread the festive cheer at our Christmas Eve Family Fun Day Event!

On arrival, we will show you to your table and once you're all settled in, you can head up to our family-sized feast of tender meats, a large selection of veg including crispy, ruffled roasties, all the trimmings, and lashings of gravy.

Afterward, your second course of a delicious festive dessert will then be served to you and your guests at your table. Throughout the day, Santa Claus himself will be paying a visit, with gifts for all the good boys and girls!

Now the fun begins... and time to work off all those roasties! Our fantastic guest vocalist will be taking the stage singing all your favourite Christmas classics, all will be welcome to sing and dance along.

Find out more and book here. 



  • Christmas Eve Afternoon Tea at South Causey Inn 

This is what they have to say: 

Celebrate in style...

Enjoy a very special Festive Afternoon Tea in the Old Barn, which will be transformed into a winter wonderland, dripping in twinkly fairy lights, feature lifesize magical reindeers, and beautifully decorated giant Christmas Trees, making it feel enchanting!

On arrival, each adult will receive a Christmas Fizz Cocktail and each child a Christmas Mocktail. Indulge in servings of delicate turkey sandwiches, delicious festive pastries, mouthwatering Christmas cakes, and freshly made scones with clotted cream and strawberry preserve.

Throughout the day, Santa Claus himself will be paying a visit, with gifts for all the good boys and girls!

Find out more and book here. 


  • Christmas Eve at Spanish City 
This is what they have to say: 

It was the night before Christmas…and everyone came to Spanish City.

All of our venues are open throughout the day on Christmas Eve, so get-together with friends and family and enjoy a final festive treat before the big day.

Take the hassle out of making dinner on Christmas Eve and dine in Trenchers with the whole family. You’ll be tucked up in bed early, ready for Santa.

Find out more and book here. 


  • Christmas Eve Afternoon Tea at Lumley Castle 
This is what they have to say: 

Festive Afternoon Tea

Christmas Afternoon Teas have been a big hit at Lumley for as long as we can remember.

Whether you enjoy home-baked cakes, mince pies and scones in the Knights Restaurant or in the Garter State Room, all of our guests comment on the wonderfully timeless sense of tradition, incredible seasonal atmosphere, and exquisite quality of food.

Whether you’re looking for an intimate table for two or for larger parties, we will provide an experience to remember.

Dates

Served daily from December 1st to December 31st.
Excludes Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Find out more and book here. 





 20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England (these events are from previous years and have yet to be updated)




1 - Panto 

There are limited tickets available to some of our region's best pantos on Christmas Eve. Check out my previews/reviews below:



2 - Alnwick Garden Winter Playground - book here 


20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England  - alnwick garden
Credit - Alnwick Garden


Alnwick Garden is open on Christmas Eve from 10am-4pm. Guests can enjoy the Winter Garden Trail, Winter Bumpers,  Poison Garden Tours and The Winter Playground. 


3 - The Snowman at Sage Gateshead - book here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England - the snowman at sage

Enjoy a Christmas Eve screening of We're Going on a Bear Hunt and The Snowman accompanied by the live Royal Northern Sinfonia. 

4 - Christmas at Beamish - book here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England  - Beamish


Beamish is open from 10am - 4pm on Christmas Eve. You can enjoy Father Christmas, the Beamish
Bazaar, Ice Rink, Festive Decorations, a 1950s Christmas in the Welfare Hall, Fairground & more.


5 - Christmas Eve Carol Concert at Matfen Hall - book here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England  - Matfen Hall Carol Service
Credit - Matfen Hall

Enjoy the echoing sound of carols throughout the Great Hall. Led by a team of local musicians and choir, join in with some festive singing and enjoy a round of refreshments later. Tickets are £8 per adult and £5 per child.

6 - Christmas Eve Skating in Times Square Newcastle - book here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England  - Ice Skating Newcastle
Credit  - Life 
Fancy ice skating on Christmas Eve? You can pre-book a session at Times Square outside Life Science Centre between 10am - 6pm. 

7 - Santas Grotto at Liberty Brown - find out more here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England - Santas Grotto Liberty Brown

Why not book a family meal and a trip to Santas Grotto at Liberty Brown? The experience includes 30 minutes with Santa and his elves , a gift and festive face painting. 


8 - Polar Express PJ Party at Willow Farm Cramlington - book here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England - Polar Express Willow Farm

Bring the kids along in their PJs to enjoy a meal as they watch The Polar Express on the big screen. Tickets are just £7.99 per person.


9 - Holmside Parks Christmas Adventure - book here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England - Holmside Park

Holmside Park is open on Christmas Eve and will be offering a full day of fun. Tickets include admission & activities at Holmside Park, a visit to Santas Grotto with gift, Hot Chocolate & Cookies with Mrs Claus and more....

10 - Christmas Eve Breakfast with Santa at Spanish City - book here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England  - Christmas Eve Party at Spanish City

A Christmas Eve Breakfast at Spanish City looks lovely. Expect a visit from the main man himself, a waffle and pancake station for kids and a Christmas Disco. Tickets are just £11.95 each.


11 - Winter Wonderland at Whitehouse Farm - find out more here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England - Winter Wonderland Whitehouse Farm

Whitehouse Farm is open on Christmas Eve. There is no need to pre-book (simply pay on the door) and lots of fun to be had including Elf School, Christmas Cookie Decorating, Winter Wonderland Walk-Through Experience, Christmas Pony Grooming & more.

12 - The Polar Express Pyjama Party at Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery, Whitley Bay - book here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England  - Polar Express Stonehouse Carvery

Also known as The Astley Arms, the Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery has organised a lovely event on Christmas Eve. Tickets include Pizza, Hot Chocolate & Ice Cream, Festive Arts & Crafts, Reindeer Dust, Letters to Santa and The Polar Express Story in Santas Grotto.


13 - Fireside Stories with Santa & Afternoon Tea at The Black Horse Beamish - book here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England  - Fireside Stories with Santa at Black Horse Beamish
Credit - Black Horse Beamish 
Visit Santa in his enchanting 300 year old grotto and listen to magical tales from the North Pole before a visit with Santa (and gift) and a beautiful festive afternoon tea. Sounds blissful. 


14 - Christmas Eve Party at Kikis Kabin North Shields - book here

Let the kids burn off some energy with this special Christmas party at Kikis Kabin. Ticket includes a picnic and a visit to see Santa in his grotto.

15 - Christmas Eve Disco at The Shire Horse Killingworth - book here

Book a table at The Shire Horse between 3-7pm on Christmas Eve and you will be treated to some extra festive entertainment including a festive disco and party games, Christmas crafts and letter writing to Santa.

16 - Starlight with Chris Bostock at The Exchange North Shields - book here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England - Storytelling at The Exchange

Starlight is gentle storytelling for children aged 2-6 and their families. Enjoy this magical Christmas Eve show featuring live music and props. 



17 - Lunch with Santa at The Village Hotel Newcastle - book here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England  - Lunch with Santa at Village Hotel

Enjoy a 2 course lunch, festive mini disco and a trip to see Santa in his grotto with the family this Christmas Eve. The menu features traditional Christmas Lunch and Yule Log.  


18 - Polar Express Movie Day at Gigglewicks Cramlington - book here

Watch the Polar Express in the Gigglewicks Party Room with Hot Chocolate and Popcorn. 


19 - Festive Tales at Woodhorn - book here

20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England  - storytelling with santa at Woodhorn
Credit - Woodhorn
Enjoy a 30 minute storytelling session with Father Christmas, photo opportunities and a seasonal gift at Woodhorn in Northumberland. Skating will also be available. 


20 - Christmas Eve Afternoon Tea at Lumley Castle - book here



20 Christmas Eve Events for Kids in North East England  - Festive Afternoon Tea at Lumley Castle
Credit - Lumley Castle


Festive Afternoon Tea is priced at £21.50 for adults and £13.50 for children. The menu includes festive treats and mulled wine for the grown-ups to the backdrop of live carols. Beautiful. 

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  1. We always stay in too but there are so many great ideas here it's enough to tempting anyone out!

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