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Merry Christmas in York

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date:		16 November 2015 at 22:06
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Christmas is coming and York is celebrating the season in style with a fun-filled line-up of events, fairs and Santa spotting. There will be plenty on offer for the whole family, from magical Christmas music at York Minster, a sparkly Ice Trail, to special appearances by Father Christmas himself at venues including a cosy wooden grotto at King’s Square outside York’s Chocolate Story, the medieval Barley Hall and York Castle Museum. Enjoy traditional panto fun when Berwick Kaler brings Dick Whittington and his Meerkat to The Signal Box Theatre at the National Railway Museum.See more> York is the ultimate shopping city and the fabulously festive York St Nicholas Fair kicking off on the 19 November is the most festive of shopping experiences. The annual Christmas market has been given a tinselly twist for 2015, with an extended run, new locations, and even more stalls to peruse. Over 100 snug chalets with twinkling fairy lights will shine out at locations across the city centre, plus theMade in Yorkshire Festive Fayre presents an array of artistic gift ideas with a local flavour. Don’t forget late night shopping every Thursday from 19 November. See more> If you’re feeling adventurous, why not take a trip beyond the City Walls and enjoy Christmas in the stunning Castle Howard, hop aboard a steam train on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, or head to Helmsley for the Christmas Tree Festival. With so much to do, you’ll need a few days to explore the exciting festivities.Book your break now! From the moment the Giant Advent Wreath is raised, York Minster resounds with song and ceremony in a season of services, concerts and seasonal activities for all ages. Attend the popular Carol Concerts or see York Minster’s Choir perform Handel’s Messiah, enjoy stunning services including the candlelit Advent Procession and Swedish Sankta Lucia, or take part in festive craft workshops– there’s something for everyone throughout December.See more>  Castle Howard is one of Britain’s finest historic houses situated just outside York. At Christmas time, the 300-year-old home flickers with the light of candles and roaring log fires, while soaring trees glisten with hundreds of baubles. The 1,000 acres of parkland take on a beauty of their own in the winter months and twinkling Christmas trees line the drive. Indulge in festive menus at the cafés before browsing the gift shops, farm shop and garden centre. Open daily from 21 November to 23 December.See more> Discover luxury fashion and fabulous gifts at McArthurGlen Designer Outlet York this festive season. Make their Christmas extra special with gifts from Ted Baker, Penhaligon’s and Aspinal of London and discover glamorous partywear and dazzling accessories all for up to 60% less. Plus take a spin on the ice, visit Santa and enjoy all the fun of the fair at Yorkshire’s Winter Wonderland this Christmas. The Winter Wonderland is open from the 21 November to the 3 Jan. See more>

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