During the festive season, the pretty market town of Tewkesbury becomes a paradise for Christmas lovers, with lots going on in the town and around the area. If you are looking for a break during the run up to Christmas, then book yourself into somewhere like this spa breaks Tewkesbury based hotel https://hatherleymanor.com/the-spa/spa-breaks-cotswolds/tewkesbury/ and enjoy some pampering whilst you immerse yourself into lots of festive activities and experiences.
Here are some of the events that you might be interested in…
The annual Christmas lights switch on is a highlight of the town’s calendar and this year it takes place on the 23rd November. As well as the switching on of the lights, there are also lots of stalls throughout the town that you can wander around and find unique homemade crafts and local food and drink. There are also fairground rides for kids and entertainment.
You can’t go to Tewkesbury without seeing the beautiful Tewkesbury Abbey and the candlelight concert is a truly magical experience. With traditional carols in the surroundings of the beautiful abbey, there is nothing more festive to experience than this! There are also other concerts and Christmas events held at the Abbey throughout December.
If you have kids that want to go and see Santa, then head over to Dobbie’s garden centre where you will be able to visit Santa in his grotto as well as take part in festive workshops.



