WHAT S ON IN GLOUCESTER THIS CHRISTMAS Featuring: Christmas Lantern Procession and Breaking The Ice
Christmas Lantern Procession 2016-17 TOUR Christmas Market AN INTERACTIVE ARCTIC ADVENTURE. Times correct at time of going to print. Please check with individual organisations before travelling. Marketing Gloucester Ltd, Gloucester City Council and other businesses and organisations listed in this guide reserve the right to alter or cancel aspects of the programme in the event of unforeseen circumstances. Every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of information in this guide. You accept all risks and responsibility for losses, damages, costs and other consequences arising directly or indirectly from using this leaflet and any information and material available from it. Photographs by Filskit Theatre,, Marketing Gloucester Ltd and.
commemorative exhibition. Visitors receive an insight into the machines manufactured by the company, the work force responsible for making them and some of the famous social life they enjoyed. Henry III Exhibition Henry III: Good King or Bad Ruler? Until 28 January 2017 Adults 5/ Concs 3/ Family 12/ Under 5s Some of Gloucester s most important medieval treasures are brought together in this exhibition to explore the reign of Gloucester s boy king. See masterpieces of art and craftsmanship alongside weapons of war and symbols of division. Then decide: was it a golden age of prosperity or time of fear for the citizens of Gloucester? I Do : Georgian, Edwardian and Wartime Brides Until 17th December Adults 5/ Concs 3/ Under 5s / Members A fantastic opportunity to view some beautiful wedding gowns from the costume collection. Thanks to the Small Scale Capital Grants Scheme, the Museum has been able to acquire multiple new display cases which has opened up the opportunity to showcase some fantastic items from the museums costume collection. Featuring wedding gowns from 1829, 1911, and 1941. 150 years of Engineering Prowess Until 17th December Adults 5/ Concs 3/ Under 5s / Members Fielding & Platt, the once great Engineering Company that traded in the City of Gloucester, was founded in October 1866. This year we celebrate the 150th anniversary with a Museum Tots Tuesday 8 & 22 November 10.30am-12.30pm Adults 5/ Under 5s / Members Come and browse our galleries where you will find special tot friendly activities, giving you a chance to stick, create, try out some new toys, and listen to a story time, as well as meet with other parents and tots. International Market King s Square Wednesday 9 - Saturday 12 November King s Square A fantastic International Market will be taking place in the centre of Gloucester. There will be a fantastic range of goods and delicious flavours for visitors to explore and experience. A Murder Mystery Friday 11 November 7pm 9pm 15 per person, includes drinks and nibbles Call (01452) 503050 to book. There has been a Murder. Can you solve the clues and piece together who did it? Or maybe YOU did! Come and enjoy a fantastically fun night at the Folk Museum. Dust off those costumes and hold on to your hats! (Featuring Lord Heathcliff and Murder at the Manor ). Nutcracker Trail Saturday 12 November - Sunday 1 January Can you find all ten Nutcracker characters around Gloucester Quays? These 6.5ft high, individually painted Nutcracker characters are all different and perfect for taking a Christmas selfie with. There are family prizes up for grabs, including a star prize of annual pass to all Merlin attractions. Pick up a Trail Map from the Customer Service Desk. Henry III Exhibition Tours with Curator Monday 14 November 11am & 2pm Adults 6, Concessions 5, call (01452) 503050 to book As the Henry III exhibition opens at the City Gallery, we approach the 800th anniversary of the Coronation of the nine year old boy King at. Join Curator David Rice for some specially arranged tours, and learn more about the only English monarch to have been crowned outside of London. St Nicholas Wishing Tree Tuesday 15 November Saturday 10 December (Tue Sat) 2 for a handwritten reply, additional 50p for postage Leave your Christmas wish on the magic tree and come back to collect a handwritten reply from St Nicholas himself! Reply letters can be collected in person or posted. Victorian Christmas Market Thursday 17 - Sunday 20 November Soak up the festive atmosphere at the biggest free entry Christmas Market in the south west, with more than 250 stalls and producers selling a wide range of locally produced food, drink, unique gifts, jewellery, accessories and lots more, set against the backdrop of and the historic Victorian dockside. Meet larger than life Dickensian characters and entertainers, enjoy choirs and brass bands, ride the traditional Victorian Market carousel and ferris wheel and enjoy fun family activities, all located right alongside Gloucester Quays Outlet with its shops, bars and restaurants. Magical Chrtistmas Ice Rink (Subject to license) Thursday 17 November Monday 2 January Mon - Fri 12-7pm Sat 11am-7pm Sun 11am-5pm Tickets from 5.50-8.50 Skate hire included, skating aids available for small children (additional charges apply). Real ice rink in Orchard Square. Rinkside food and drink offer, including hot drinks, mulled wine, beer and street food. Thursday 17th Sunday 20th November The funniest Festival to ever touch-down in Gloucester! Join us for a weekend of mirth as the first annual kicks off with a bang! Visit the website for full listings we re sure to have something which will entertain! Launch Party Gloucester Brewery Thursday 17 November 8pm 35 Join us for a night of comedy and music as we celebrate the launch of Gloucester s newest Festival! Includes drinks, canapés and donation to charity of the festival, Sue Ryder.
Gary Delaney Christmas Lantern Procession Santa s Grotto Launch Christmas Lantern Procession Saturday 19 November Grotto admission from 5 City Centre and Sunday 20 November 4.30pm On Saturday Nov 19th we will be welcoming Santa to his Grotto for the Christmas season. At approx. 10.30am Santa will arrive at the Eastgate and be escorted to his Grotto by his Elves and Glossy accompanied by a traditional carol singing duo and The Elvish Pressies. The Grotto will then open at 11am. www.eastgateshoppingcentre.co.uk Blofeld & Baxter: Rogues on the Road King s School Saturday 19 November 7.45pm 17.95 These bastions of Test Match Special bring their hugely popular show to Gloucester. See centre pages. New Act Competition Final Sunday 20 November 4pm 7 Who will be crowned Gloucester s first ever new comedian of the year? Come and catch the successful contestants from the qualifying heats battle it out for this coveted crown! Special guest compere Gary Delaney: There s Something About Gary Sunday 20 November 8pm 13 Mock the Week favourite, and one of the best jokesmiths of his generation, Gary Delaney knows how to entertain. His sell-out show from Edinburgh 2016 is sure to tickle your funnybone! Comedy Club 4 Kids Sunday 20 November 3pm 7.50/ 9 or Family for 29.95 This team of comics knows how to make the little ones laugh! Totally appropriate and not at all patronising. Good quality entertainment for the whole family! Why not enjoy some comedy then join the lantern procession to see santa and the Christmas lights switch-on. Blofeld & Baxter Tree of Light Switch-On Christmas Market Behind the Scenes Tour of the Spread through High Orchard Street, Llanthony Road and featuring around 40 traditional chalets with rotation of stallholders on a weekly basis. Our festive, sparkling bandstand features live music and street acts during the evenings and at weekends. Delve into the fascinating world of behind the scenes at the, and experience what it s like to work with such a fascinating collection. Tuesday 22 November - Saturday 24 December Saturday 26 November 11am & 2pm 10 (max of 6 people per tour) Call (01452) 503050 for tickets. Gloucester Tree of Light Switch-On The Valley in the Glass Nature in Art Tuesday 22 November Sunday 18 December 5.25 Adults, 4.75 Concs, 15 Family, Under 8 s An uplifting and thought-provoking exhibition of glass sculpture, photographs and sounds by glass artist Amanda Lawrence, inspired by four years of walking and listening in Gloucestershire s iconic Slad Valley. Candle-Lit Tours of the Friday 25 & Saturday 26 November 6pm & 7pm Adults 8/ Concs 5 Call (01452) 503050 to book Max 12 people The Life Museum s Tudor timber-framed building is a very special place, and under the flicker of candlelight it comes to life even more. Join Museum Curator Sarah Orton, as she leads us on a tour of the fantastic history of this historic grade II* listed building, and really bring that Christmas spirit alive! Outside Saturday 26 November 4.00pm Now in its 6th year, the Rotary Tree of Light switch on event takes place outside Gloucester Guildhall. The Tree of Light is a way to remember loved ones at Christmas, at the same time as raising funds for worthwhile causes to support others in need. 100% of donations go to local charities. For more information on how to make a donation go to www.treeoflight.co.uk. Betel UK Carol Singing Friday 1, Monday 5 - Tuesday 6, Tuesday 13 - Wednesday 14 December 10am 6pm King s Walk Shopping Centre Get in the Christmas spirit whilst you shop at King s Walk Shopping Centre. Carollers will be dressed in period costume and will be singing a mix of traditional and contemporary songs. www.kingswalk.co.uk
Presented in partnership by, Marketing Gloucester and Strike A Light. Generously supported by Arts Council England. A Unicorn Theatre / Filskit Theatre Company Production Monday 5 - Saturday 10 December 5.00 Showtimes: Mon 5 Dec 1:30pm Tue 6, Wed 7 & Sat 10 Dec 10:45am & 1:30pm Thu 8 & Fri 9 Dec 10:45am, 1:30 & 5pm Christmas Lantern Procession For tickets visit or call 01452 503050 City Centre and Sunday 20 November 4.30pm Ring in the festive cheer with Gloucester s stunning annual Lantern Procession. Local artists and schoolchildren have been working on a series of giant lanterns based on this year s theme: the new play Breaking The Ice a true story about a polar bear who befriended a husky. The parade travels along Southgate Street, Westgate Street and College Street and is followed by a free carol concert at. An interactive, arctic adventure! Have you heard the astonishing true story about the polar bear who made friends with a Husky? Now a show has been created, inspired by their unlikely friendship. Join us on a journey into the snow where music, shadows and projection will transport you to a place where polar bears and huskies really can be friends. Then watch as your child joins in with the adventure and takes their place on Team Polar Bear or Team Husky! For ages 2-5 and their families.
Betty Twinkle Father Christmas at King s Walk Christmas Market Santa Cruises Betty Twinkle Saturday 3 December 11am 3pm Betty Twinkle is an old Victorian fairy, full of cockney good cheer all around, riding on the back of Robin, her red breasted giant magical robin who seems to know who has or has not been good. Robin whistles classic Christmas songs whilst Betty works her magic with fairy dust, snow and chocolate gold coins for those whose behaviour passes Robin s rigorous tests. Coffee Concert: Cathedral Boy & Girl Choristers and Cathedral Junior Choir Saturday 3 December 11am 6.00 Funds raised will be used to support the work of Choir. Tickets available from the Cathedral Office or on the door. An Evening of Music and Song in Aid of the Alzheimer s Society Blackfriars Priory Saturday 3 December 7.30pm 8.00 Come and enjoy singers and musicians in a fantastic Christmas evening of music and song. Bar and raffle, plus the evening includes a choir, soloists/ duettists, ukuleles, pianists and an Irish group. Tickets on the door or from Gloucester TIC. Britten s Ceremony of Carols Sunday 4 December 4pm Choristers with Harpist Eluned Pierce will perform Britten s beautiful work in the Quire. Admission Free with a retiring collection in aid of Cathedral Music. Art Club Wednesday 7 December 10am 12pm Adults 5/ Concs 3/ Members Whether you re an accomplished artist or barely know one end of a paintbrush from the other, you are very welcome to join us. Bring along your latest creation and work on it with like-minded people. Sewing Circle Wednesday 7 December 2.30 4pm Adults 5/ Concs 3/ Members Whether your passion is for sewing, knitting, embroidery, crochet or something else textile, bring your latest project and have a coffee and chat while you create. Everyone is welcome. Culture Club Talk A Treasure of the Museum: The Birdlip Mirror Wednesday 7 December 1.10pm Adults 5/ Concs 3 Call (01452) 396131 or email museums@gloucester.gov.uk to pre-book One of the great masterpieces of Celtic art, this magnificent mirror was buried with a young woman in mysterious circumstances almost 2,000 years ago. Is there more to it than meets the eye? Father Christmas at King s Walk Thursday 8 December 11am 4pm Thursday 15 December 1-6pm King s Walk Shopping Centre Bring your children to visit Father Christmas at King s Walk. There will be a goody bag for children aged between 3 and 10 years old, which will also contain details of this year s colouring competition. A 25.00 gift card for The Entertainer will be awarded to the two winning entries. www.kingswalk.co.uk The Flint Street Nativity The Kings Theatre Thursday 8 - Saturday 10 December 7.30pm Adults 10/ Concs 9 This warm, witty, funny play is an ideal alternative to the usual Christmas fayre with original lyrics set to the tunes of the usual Christmas carols. Come and see the Crown Players as you ve never seen them before... ROH LIVE: The Nutcracker Thursday 8 & Saturday 10 December Thu 7pm Sat 2pm Adults 15/ Concs 12.50/ Under 16s 8 available on Saturday matinee The Royal Ballet s glorious production of The Nutcracker, created by Peter Wright in 1984, is the production par excellence of an all-time ballet favourite. Tchaikovsky s glittering score, the gorgeous festive stage designs and The Royal Ballet s captivating dancing including an exquisite pas de deux between the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Prince make this Nutcracker the quintessential Christmas experience. Lairy Fairy & her Christmas Puddings Saturday 10 December 11am - 3pm Free Granny got more than she bargained for when she made her Christmas puddings this year! They grew larger than life, soaked up a bit too much magic sherry, and are now running amok! These Christmas Puddings love dancing to cheesy Christmas tunes and quietly sneaking up on you for a quick cuddle! If they get into too much trouble, the Lairy Fairy is there to admonish and tranquilise, if necessary. Christmas Market and Carols on the Hour Saturday 10 December 10am - 4.30pm The Christmas Market takes place in a truly unique setting: the beautiful and historic fan vaulted Cloisters on 10 December. Visitors can browse at over 50 exciting and colourful stalls offering hand made crafts, jewellery, paintings, toys, stained glass, festive decorations and much more. Those wishing to take a well-earned break from the Christmas shopping can enjoy bite size bursts of festive praise at Carols on the Hour in the Nave. Carols are sung in turns, on the hour every hour between 11.00am and 4.00pm by the Cathedral Junior Choir, Cathedral Girl Choristers and the Cathedral Choir. Santa Claus at the Jet Age Museum Jet Age Museum Saturday 10 & Sunday 11, Saturday 17 & 18th December 11am - 4pm All are welcome to visit the Big Fat Fella but the more adventurous might like to take a 5-minute helicopter ride from Gloucestershire Airport s Terminal Building to Santa s grotto at the museum. Check out our website for details and prices. Santa Cruises at the National Waterways Museum Gloucester Saturday 10, Sunday 11December and Monday 17 Saturday 24 December 12.00pm, 1.30pm & 3.00pm each day 10.00 per person Step aboard the King Arthur to see Santa come down the chimney into his floating grotto and enjoy a 45-minute festive cruise on the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal. cont.
Enjoy a 45 minute festive cruise with refreshments for all and a gift from Santa. The trip cruises along the same section of water used in the latest Disney s blockbuster film Alice Through The Looking Glass. The cruise will depart from the museum and the ticket also includes free entry to the museum. Children will have the opportunity to take part in seasonal arts and crafts and also follow The 12 Trees of Christmas indoor trail. For more information and to book please telephone the museum on 01452 318200. Christmas Classics: It s A Wonderful Life (U) Carols on the Hour Christmas Classics: Gremlins (12A) This year marks the 70th anniversary of this defining Christmas classic! Angel s Delight - Free Children s Trail With its Christmas lights and dusting of snow, Kingston Falls is an idyllic small town. It s home to Billy Peltzer, a teenager who has just received an unusual present from his father with a specific set of instructions. In order to look after the... Cory Brass Band and Cathedral Choir Concert With 25,000 lights on the roof, the SWAT team taking siege outside, and an exploding turkey on the dining room table, the Griswold family celebrates the holiday in true National Lampoon style! Saturday 10 December 7pm Adults 20/ Concs 15 A Festival of Fanfares and Carols. Tickets available from 0845 652 1823 or www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk. Friday 16, Saturday 17 & Monday 19 December Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm, Mon 2pm & 7pm Christmas Classics: National Lampoon s Christmas Vacation (PG) Saturday 17, Tuesday 20 & Thursday 22 December Sat 10.30am & 5.45pm / Tue & Thu 7pm Saturday 17 December 10am - 4.30pm Saturday 17 & Wednesday 21 December Sat 8pm, Wed 7pm Saturday 17 December Monday 2 January Mon - Sat 10.45am 3.15pm/ Sun 12pm 2.30pm Come and have fun exploring the Cathedral with our free trail for children. Collect a trail from a Welcomer then go in search of the Angels. When you have found them all take your trail to the Cathedral Shop to have it stamped. Feig Brunch and Bounce A fun and relaxed coffee morning. Spend time with friends, read the weekend papers, drink good coffee & tea, eat pastries... and there is a bouncy castle to keep the children entertained. Meet the world s one and only shopping trolley dance display team! Granny Turismo. Saturday 17 - Tuesday 20 December Sat & Sun 2pm & 7pm Mon 7pm Adults 10/ Concs 8 /Family 30 Tyger Productions annual pantomime. St Cecilia Singers Christmas Concert Granny Turismo Saturday 17 December 11am - 3pm Saturday 17 December 9.30-11.30am Cinderella Saturday 17 December 7pm Favourite carols and readings for Christmas, including William Mathias majestic carol sequence Ave Rex. Tickets available from www.saintceciliasingers.org.uk
La Nativite du Seigneur Olivier Massiaen Sunday 18 December 6pm Messiaen s great Christmas cycle for organ. Performed by Jonathan Hope. Admission free with a retiring collection. Family Crib Service with the Lighting of the Christmas Trees Friday 23 & Saturday 24 December 3pm Christmas Carol Service Friday 23 & Saturday 24 December 6pm The traditional service of readings and carols with the acclaimed Cathedral Choir. Last chance to Visit Father Christmas! King s Walk Shopping Centre Saturday 24 December 10am 4pm It s Christmas Eve! The elves are busy with last minute preparations and the reindeers are getting ready to fly! Father Christmas has interrupted his busy schedule to make a quick stop at King s Walk shopping Centre. Bring your children to come meet him before his busy night! www.kingswalk.co.uk Useful Websites Full listings can be found at: thecityofgloucester.co.uk festivalofwinter.com gloucesterguildhall.co.uk gloucestermuseums.co.uk Midnight Mass Saturday 24 December 11.30pm The moment Christmas arrives! It came upon a midnight clear You can come too. Christmas Day Services Sunday 25 December 8.00am Holy Communion (said) 10.15am Sung Eucharist The only way to start Christmas Day, may this service be a blessing to you. By special appointment Father Christmas will have a gift for the children who come! 4.00pm Evening Prayer (said) St Stephen s Day (Boxing Day) Services Monday 26 December 8.30am Morning Prayer 9.00am Holy Communion 3.00pm Carols for All (Gloucester Choral Society) Seasonal singing for all just turn up! 4.30pm Evening Prayer (said) Eucharist for the Feast of the Epiphany Friday 6 January 5.30am You are warmly invited to join us at any of the above services. gloucesterwaterwaysmuseum.co.uk nature-in-art.org.uk gloucesterquays.co.uk intoeastgate.co.uk kingswalk.co.uk gloucestercathedral.org.uk Christmas Shopping in Gloucester Late Night Shopping till 8.00pm on Thursdays 1, 8, 15 and 22 December. And till 8.00pm from Monday 19 to Friday 23 December. Christmas Eve Christmas Day Boxing Day New Year s Eve New Year s Day eastgateshoppingcentre.co.uk CLOSED 10.30am - 4.30pm CLOSED King s Walk Shopping Centre Late Night Shopping till 7.00pm on Thursdays 1, 8 and 15 December. And till 7.00pm from Monday 19 to Friday 23 December. Christmas Eve Christmas Day Boxing Day New Year s Eve New Year s Day kingswalk.co.uk CLOSED 10.00am - 5.00pm Open as usual from 10am to 8pm on Monday to Fridays, 10am to 7pm on Saturdays; and 10am to 5pm on Sundays. Shops open an hour earlier on every Saturday from Saturday 26 November 2016 onwards. Christmas Eve Christmas Day Boxing Day New Year s Eve New Year s Day gloucesterquays.co.uk 9.00am - 6.00pm CLOSED 9.00am - 6.00pm 9.00am - 6.000pm 10.00am - 5.00pm
Car Parking in Gloucester this Christmas Small Business Saturday Free Parking in the following car parks for Saturday 3 December: ( all day - subject to normal operational hours) Station Road Hare Lane North Westgate Barbican Christmas Late Night Shopping Late Night Shopping on Thursdays 1, 8, 15 & 22 December. ( after 3pm) Kings Walk Car Park Car Park