Christmas in Hereford
Embrace the festive spirit as you embark on a magical Christmas shopping journey in the charming city of Hereford. Nestled in the heart of the picturesque countryside, Hereford transforms into a winter wonderland during this joyous season, offering an enchanting backdrop for your festive shopping, celebrations, parties or a Christmas break.
Discover the perfect gifts for your loved ones as you wander through our quaint streets adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations. From unique boutiques to traditional markets, Hereford invites you to experience the warmth and joy of Christmas while finding treasures that will make this holiday season truly special.
Visit Santa at his Christmas Village in High Town
Come and meet Santa in his house and pick up a present to open early. No booking necessary. Entrance price is only £7 per child, payable at the event. The present age groups are 2 to 4 years old and 5 to 10 years old.
Visit to Santa starts on Wednesday, 17th Dec, 11am until 7:30pm
Sat 20th 10am until 4pm. Sun 21st Dec, 11am until 3pm, and Mon 22nd Dec, 11am until 3pm.
There will be short breaks throughout the day. These timings will be displayed at the event on the day.
Also on these dates we have our ski-lift experience ready for you to visit.
This is a fantastic, festive FREE experience that is very realistic, where you will capture great memories. Pull on your Christmas jumper and get ready for two snow machines, a chairlift with skis, whilst surrounded by Christmas trees and a mountain backdrop. How festive is that?
Looking for the perfect gift this Christmas?
Give the gift of endless possibilities! Hereford Gift Cardis the ultimate passport to a world of shopping, dining and entertainment. With access to over 130 stores, restaurants, and joyful experiences across Hereford City Centre. This card is the perfect gift for this Christmas. Choose the value and buy online at herefordgiftcard.com or visit the Hereford Tourist Information Centre.
Christmas Event Dates
Come and have a browse around the Christmas market in High Town, a wide range of wonderful Independent shops in Church St, King St, Broad St, Bridge St, Maylords, Widemarsh St, Commercial St and Commercial Rd and many more locations. Hereford also offers a wide range of High Street Brands, cafes, pubs and restuarants serving local produce from this wonderful county.
- 26th Nov – 3rd Jan 26 Mother Goose Panto at The Courtyard
- 1st Dec to 3rd Jan 26 – Elf Christmas Trail to win 50-inch TV & Gift Cards
- 3rd Dec – Late Night Shopping & Free Parking from 4pm* check terms below
- 5th Dec – High Town Christmas Market
- 6th Dec – Maylord Youth Winter Market
- 7th Dec – High Town Christmas Market
- 10th Dec – Late Night Shopping & Free Parking from 4pm* check terms
- 10th Dec – Live music in Old Market from 3pm – 6:45pm
- 12th Dec – High Town Christmas Market
- 13th Dec – Maylord Christmas Fayre
- 14th Dec – High Town Christmas Market
- 17th Dec – Hereford Christmas Village – Visit Santa and Ski-lift with Snow experience in High Town
- 17th Dec – Late Night Shopping & Free Parking from 4pm* check terms
- 19th Dec – High Town Christmas Market
- 20th Dec – Hereford Racecourse Christmas Jumper Race Day
- 20th, 21st & 22nd Dec – Hereford Christmas Village – Visit Santa and Ski-lift with Snow experience in High Town
- 21st Dec – High Town Christmas Market
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