Christmas Themed Dates In Sussex
With Christmas just round the corner this is our list of Christmas themed dates you have to try this year to help get you the festive spirit…
1) Santa Steamlights Bluebell Railway
The Bluebell Railway offers a magical Christmas date.Ride through the Sussex countryside, with a steam train covered in twinkling lights. Learn more here.
2) Arundel at Christmas
Experience the charm of Arundel at Christmas, with festive lights, seasonal events, tasty food and more! Learn more here.
3) Cowdray Christmas afternoon tea
Join the Cowdray estate on the 21st of December in their walled garden for festive twist on their traditional afternoon of savoury and sweet options, But with a turkey and cranberry sauce sandwich, a miniature mince pie and Christmas cake and much more! Learn more here.
4) Lonardslee lights
Take a wander along the winter trail awash with thousands of twinkling lights. Travel through their woodlands and gardens before enjoying some seasonal refreshments and Christmas market. Learn more here
5) DIY wreath making
Looking for an at home Christmas date? Try your hand at Wreath Making. Get your supplies organised, Christmas music playing, snacks ready and make your Christmas wreath together in front a glowing fire.
6) Petworths House at Christmas
Explore Petworth House this Christmas to see stunning trees, twinkling lights, festive floral displays, as well as eight of historic rooms dressed up for Christmas. Learn more here.
7) Get some chestnuts roasting at home
Bring the cozy Christmas tradition home by roasting chestnuts for a warm, festive treat!
8) Christmas carols at Goodwood House
Get in the Christmas spirt with Christmas Carols at Goodwood on the 19th of December. Enjoy an evening of festive cheer with candlelight Carols in Goodwood’s Front Hall. Learn more here.
9) Host a Christmas dinner party
Gather friends and family for a festive Christmas dinner party and create memories around a delicious holiday feast.
10) Ice skating at Brighton Royal Pavilion
Glide into the festive season with ice skating at the enchanting Brighton Royal Pavilion rink. Learn more here.
11) Cut your own tree at Furze Firs Christmas Trees
Get hands on with a festive tradition with a PYO Christmas at Fuze firs you will get to pick out your own tree and get your hands dirty cutting it down. Learn more here.
12) Make Baubles out of Gingerbread
Bake some fresh gingerbread to create festive and edible baubles ! A fun and delicious way to craft your own edible ornaments for the holiday season. Get the recipe here.
13) DIY Hot Chocolate Bar
Create a hot chocolate station with different toppings like marshmallows, whipped cream, peppermint sticks, and sprinkles. Sip and chat by the fireplace (or under a cozy blanket).
14) DIY Christmas Ornament Crafting
Make it personal and get in the holiday spirt by crafting some unique handmade decorations for your tree.
15) DIY Christmas Countdown Calendar
Make your own Christmas countdown calendar with little gifts, messages, or activities for each day leading up to Christmas. You can take turns opening them each evening.
16) Christmas Cocktail or Mocktail Night
Experiment with making Christmas-themed cocktails or mocktails together, like spiked hot cider or festive cranberry fizz. Get creative with garnishes like cinnamon sticks and star anise.
17) Glow Wild Wakehurst
Immerse yourselves in over a mile of twinkling light installations illuminating Wakehurst’s woodlands, featuring the iconic Christmas tree, a giant owl, and marshmallows roasted over an open fire.
18) Gingerbread House Making
Build and decorate a gingerbread house together, perfect for a festive double date and a delicious snack afterwards.
19) Start A new Tradition
Make a new Christmas tradition this year and pick out a special Christmas bauble together to add to your tree. A tradition you can carry on for years to come.
20) Candlelight concert
Make Christmas carols even more magical with a candlelight concert in Brighton, featuring enchanting soundtracks from your favorite Christmas movies
21) Wreath making at Brighton Flower Company
Get into the festive spirit with a wreath-making workshop—create your own beautiful Christmas decoration to add a personal touch to your front door.
22)Christmas calligraphy at Leonardslee, on Thursday 12th of December
Learn the art of festive lettering at a Christmas calligraphy course, perfect for making your cards, tags, or decorations stand out this year.
23) Ashdown Park Hotel’s festive afternoon tea
Enjoy a festive afternoon tea in front of a roaring log fire at the Ashdown Park hotel from the 4th December- 23rd December.
One of Sussex's best afternoon teas gets a Christmas twist, featuring the classics but also seasonal treats like mince pies, mini yule logs and more!
24) Christmas Karaoke Night
Create a festive karaoke session with all your favourite Christmas songs. Sing along to classics like "Jingle Bell Rock" or "All I Want for Christmas Is You".
25) Gift Wrapping Party
Make gift wrapping fun by turning it into a date night. Play Christmas music, have snacks on hand, and wrap your presents together while sipping on mulled wine.
26) Christmas light tour
Take a romantic stroll through your neighbourhood, hot chocolate in hand, as you admire the twinkling Christmas lights and festive decorations. A fun, easy and affordable date idea.
27) A Christmas carol drone show on the 14th of December
Experience Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol like never before as dazzling drones light up the sky, bringing the characters to life above you, all narrated by the brilliant Matt Lucas.
28) Christmas movie marathon
Get the fire going and snuggle up for a cozy night with your favourite Christmas movies, of course with plenty of festive snacks for the ultimate holiday movie marathon.
