Looking for some ideas for seasonal activities this Christmas?

There is so much to do this Christmas in Surrey. See the Christmas Lights, hear some carols or enjoy a panto.  Make sure you don’t miss out on all that Surrey has to offer this festive season.  Here is some information to help you plan your Christmas in Surrey.

Christmas lights switch-on events in Surrey

Residents and visitors can join together to celebrate Christmas at official Christmas Lights switch-on events throughout Surrey. View the Christmas Lights Switch On page.

Festive Activities in Surrey
Entertain the whole family with a wide variety of activities taking place in Surrey this Christmas season.

Ice Skating at Hampton Court - Find out more

Christmas Activities at Spectrum, Guildford - Find out more

Festive Fun at Sandown Park Racecourse - Find out more

Art activities and more at The Lightbox, Woking - Find out more

Polesden Lacey at Christmas - Find out more

Santa grottos - Meet Father Christmas in Surrey

Bocketts Farm, Fetcham - Find out more
Denbies, Dorking - Find out more
Chatley Heath Semaphore Tower, Ockham - Find out more
Mitchells Building, Horley - Find out more
Painshill Park, Cobham - Find out more
Rural Life Centre, Tilford - Find out more 
The Lightbox, Woking - 10th and 11th December.
The New Victoria Theatre, Woking - Find out more

Festive Markets and Shops in Surrey

Christmas Shopping is a pleasure in Surrey. Here are a selection of places to do your Christmas shopping.

1st - 18th December
Christmas Shopping at Loseley Park - Find out more

4th December
Haslemere Christmas Market: 10am – 4pm  - Find out more

Scandinavian Christmas Market, Holiday Inn Guildford -Find out more

5th December
Denbies Craft Market, Dorking - Find out more

6th December
Guildford Farmer's Christmas Market

19th December
Denbies Craft Market, Dorking - Find out more

Christmas Concerts/Carols in Surrey

Why not get into the Christmas spirit by attending a concert with music or carols this December.  Here are a selection of concerts taking place in Surrey:

3 December
Guildford Harmony - A Sparkling Christmas - Worplesdon Memorial Hall - Find out more
3 December
Guildford Symphony Orchestra - Joyeux Noel - Guildford Cathedral - Find out more

6 December
Festival of Carols, Redhill - Find out more

10 December
Music for Christmas at Hatchlands Park - Find out more
10 December
The Glory of Christmas - Guildford Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra - Holy Trintiy Church, Guildford - Find out more
10 December
The Occam Singers present An African Christmas - St Nicolas Church, Guildford - Find out more

11 December
Godalming Choral Society present Puccini & Rutter - Charterhouse,  Godalming  - Find out more
11 December
The Mayor of Guildford's Christmas Concert - Holy Trinity Church, Guildford - Find more more

17th December
Epworth Choir Family Christmas Concert - Guildford Cathedral - Find out more

19th and 20th December
Carol Concert at Clandon Park - Find out more

Guildford Cathedral and most churches hold services on Christmas Day and Christmas Eve.  It is best to check with each church for details and times for the service.  Search our Places of Worship page for further information.

Pantomimes in Surrey

Enjoy a traditional Christmas entertainment treat, the Panto, entertains young and old alike. 
Find out more in our Pantomimes in Surrey page.

Festive food in Surrey

Whether you’re planning the annual office celebration, lunch with a friend or seasonal family gathering, there’s bound to be a festive menu in Surrey which is ideal for your requirements.

Check out our Where to Eat Out section.

The following Venues are offering Party Night celebrations

Denbies, Dorking - Find out more
Gatton Manor, Dorking
Palette Bistro, Woking
Mandolay
Wotton House, Dorking
Pennyhill Park, Bagshott
Sandown Park, Esher

Don't forget about  Reindeer Racing Party Nights at Kempton Park Racecourse - Find out more 

Enjoy some fresh air

Stroll across the expansive North Downs - Surrey offers visitors some tranquil walks with absolutely stunning views.  Find out more about Surrey's countryside.

Essential Information

Over the Christmas period, there will be changes to public transport and opening times of attractions and businesses in Surrey.

Virtually everything is closed for business on Christmas Day.  Some places including banks remain closed on Boxing Day and Bank Holiday Tuesday (27th December).

With the considerable variation of opening times for attractions, it’s a good idea to check directly with the attractions before travelling.

There is no public transport on Christmas Day and a reduced service on Boxing Day and Bank Holiday Tuesday.  Why not use transportdirect to help you plan your journey.

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