Exeter Christmas Market

With the backdrop of the city’s stunning cathedral, there aren’t many places prettier places to hold a Christmas market than the Exeter Cathedral Green.

Running from November 16th to 19th December 2019,  stalls laid out in little cabins across the Cathedral Green showcase the best of local and continental Christmas crafts, gifts and tasty foodie treats.

This year local bands, carol singers and choirs will also be entertaining the crowds while they shop.

Perfect for browsing for Christmas presents or grabbing a delicious bite to eat after shopping  – the churros are great!

Opening Times:

Monday to Wednesday: 10.00-19.00
Thursday to Saturday: 10.00-21.00
Sunday: 11.00-17.00

Killerton House Christmas

Step through the door and discover the night before Christmas at Killerton. See the Georgian mansion decorated in festive dress and continue outside following a twinkling a trail through the garden and parkland.

Don’t miss out – book your timed ticket through Killerton.

For full opening times, please visit the website. House closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Normal admission fees apply.

On selected dates book for Father Christmas‘ festive grotto to meet him dressed in his traditional Victorian green suit.

A gift for every child aged 8 or under.*

*Gifts are suitable for children 8 and under, but Father Christmas would never let any child go with out a gift.

Open daily, Saturday 23 November –  5 January. Book your timed tickets. Open daily from 11am  – 4pm

Book in advance to secure a place before Christmas (top tip, after Christmas this event is less likely to be fully booked) but to secure a place you can book your tickets online

The grounds of Killerton House are extensive and great for a good walk.

Entry charges apply if you are not National Trust members. It’s one of the last Christmas Events after Christmas itself – there also lights and illuminated gardens at Kingston Lacy and Knightshayes.

More details about Killerton NT here 

Snowman Trail at Seaton Wetlands

Explore Seaton Wetlands and see how many wooden snowmen can you find hiding around the nature reserve.

The snowman challenge is self-guided. Pick up a leaflet from the Lookout and explore the whole site!

Complete the challenge by finding all of the snowmen for your chance to win a wooden snowman for your garden!

The challenge is suitable for all age children. Most of the wetlands is pushchair/ wheelchair friendly. Some short sections may require you to leave pushchairs/ wheelchairs on the main path.

Saturday 7th December – 7th Jan, 9am to 4pm

More details at the East Devon Countryside page

Take a look at my post all about Seaton Wetlands here.

Carols By Candlelight

A special evening of carol singing by candlelight alongside the resident donkeys at The Donkey Sanctuary.

Setting the scene and adding a touch of magic to the evening’s proceedings, the sanctuary will be spectacularly illuminated by thousands of candles.

The festive celebrations will begin with a host of merry tunes on Main Yard, before the 45 minute Christmas carol service commences at 5pm in New Barn surrounded by lots of friendly donkeys – who may even join in!

For those who are unable to join the event, the webcam sound in New Barn will be turned on allowing you to enjoy the service from the comfort of your own home.

The Kitchen restaurant will be open for festive refreshments until the end of the event, as will the Gift Shop for all those Christmas gift needs.

This event is free to attend with free parking. Dogs on leads welcome.