The NET Winter Wonderland is now open...

until 8 January

Don't miss the new and improved ice rink and alpine lodge boot room and a brand new winter ice bar  - it's proving VERY popular, so book soon, especially for weekend slots. You can also browse cabins selling seasonal delicious food, drinks and Christmas crafts and gifts. 

• Book your place at Nottingham's first ever Ice Bar
• Book your tickets for ice skating
• See what's on 

Couldn't make it to the Christmas Lights switch-on? Watch a video of the lights, tree and fireworks here.

Christmas Events for your diary

Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 December: Abbey Christmas at Newstead Abbey With holly and ivy, twinkling lights, baubles and Christmas trees the Abbey is transformed for Christmas, plus, visit the craft stalls in the Cloisters to pick up some unique gifts and treat yourself to some seasonal treats in the Cafe.

Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 December: Family Fun Weekend at Woodthorpe Park with face painting, live music, stalls, and the chance to meet Santa.

Saturday 17 December: Christmas Carols in the Mill Yard at Green's Windmill 

Sunday 18 December: Christmas in the Arboretum 

Nottingham Etsy Made Local Christmas Market
Saturday 3 December

Local makers and designers will be at this Christmas Market, at Nottingham Trent University Students Union from 10.30am - 5pm - there is no charge for entry and the event is open to everyone. 

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Nottingham Contemporary Craft Fair
2 - 4 December

Start your Christmas at our Craft fair. Pick up affordable and contemporary presents from the most exciting designers and makers in Nottingham and beyond.

Drop in for family craft activities, live music and seasonal food and drink in the Cafe.bar. Plus special offers and discounts in the shop.

Friday 2 December 6pm - 8.30pm

Join us for an evening preview with live music, mince pies and mulled wine

Saturday 3 December 10am - 6pm

Sunday 4 December 11am - 5pm

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Jack and the Beanstalk at Theatre Royal
Saturday 10 Dec - Sunday 15 Jan 

This year’s GIANT family-friendly panto adventure stars the legendary comedy-duo The Chuckle Brothers as Paul and Barry Trot, Benidorm’s Tony Maudsley as Dame Trot, and The X Factor finalist Chico as Jack, the hero of our tale.

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Maggie's Nottingham Christmas Fayre
Saturday 3 December

Join Maggie's 11am - 3pm on Saturday at City Hospital for a charity Christmas Fayre with gifts, a festive raffle and Santa himself. Find out more

Aladdin at Nottingham Playhouse - Friday 25 Nov - Saturday 21 Jan

The glitter is out, the dame’s frocks have been sewn, the song sheet has been painted and we’re almost ready. The legendary Playhouse Panto returns next week and that can only mean one thing: the countdown to Christmas has begun.

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Beasty Baby at Nottingham Lakeside Arts - 13 - 31 Dec

Deep in the forest, in a wintry land, lives a gorgeously grizzly Beasty Baby. Mayhem and laughter await around every corner as three people embark on a wild adventure to bring up this very mischievous and totally loveable child.

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Christmas trees now on sale

Beautiful Christmas Trees are on sale at Woodthorpe Plant Park Shop. Order a tree for collection from Sherwood, or have it delivered to your house.

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