Retford Little Theatre
Wharf Road, Retford
01777 711119.
Tickets from www.retfordmusicaltheatrecompany.org
Robin Hood
Thursday 12th to Sunday 15th December
Deep in the heart of Sherwood Forest lies the camp of the bravest outlaw who ever lived… Dangerous Jim! Well, he likes to think he is. Follow Jim as he joins Robin Hood’s gang to fight against the evil Sheriff of Nottingham and his duo of Ex-Terminators. Will Robin rescue Maid Marian? Will the kingdom be free from the Sheriff’s tyranny? Will Dame Freya Tuck find the man of her dreams? And what exactly is an alligator doing in the forest? Find out as Retford Musical Theatre Company present the merriest pantomime in the land: Robin Hood!
Tickets £11.50
Retford Majestic Theatre
Retford
www.majesticretford.org
01777 706866
Cinderella
Saturday 4th January to Sunday 12th January, various performances
Trio Entertainment return to follow the rags to riches tale where dreams come true with a special invitation to the Ball. Cinderella is doomed to live un-happily ever after with her two horrible Ugly Sisters, but she manages with the help of her ‘silly’ friend Buttons and a ‘magical’ Fairy Godmother to make all her dreams come true! Panto favourite Stuart Earp as Buttons and leads an all-star cast including Coronation Street’s Scott Wright and from Miss Britain Brittany Feeney!
Tickets from £18.00 adult, £14.50 concession
Rufford Abbey Country Park
Ollerton NG22 9DF
01623 677688
www.ruffordabbey.co.uk/events
Elf Garden Christmas Trail
Saturday 7th December to Sunday 5th January, 10.00am to 3.00pm
Specially crafted for this magical time of year, the trail invites children and families to explore the formal gardens in search of Santa’s playful elves, who are hiding there. As you make your way through the gardens, enjoy the festive atmosphere and holiday decorations that bring the spirit of Christmas to life. This trail is the perfect way to spark joy and excitement for little adventurers and their families alike.
£1.50 per trail sheet
Santa’s Grotto
Selected dates from in November and December
Create magical memories with a visit to Santa’s Grotto. Children can share their wish lists and receive a special gift from Santa himself. Online booking essential.
£9.95 per child, includes a gift.
Clumber Park
Worksop S80 3AZ
01909 511034
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/clumber-park/events
Walking with The Snowman
Saturday 16th November to Sunday 5th January
Take a wintry walk and relive the magic of Raymond Briggs’ heart-warming picture book, The Snowman. Discover a trail of twelve giant Snowman sculptures which can be found at iconic locations across the park, each decorated with designs inspired by the song The Twelve Days of Christmas. With themes of friendship, imagination and adventure, The Snowman is the ultimate festive story to explore with family and friends so, grab your snow boots, wrap up warm, and get ready to go on a magical journey.
Free event, no booking required, admission into the park applies.
Meet Father Christmas
Saturday 16th November to Christmas Eve
There will be magic and Yuletide cheer as Father Christmas arrives in his grotto in the Old Parsonage. Offering more dates than ever before, including quieter sessions and BSL sessions on Wednesdays. Booking is essential.
£15.00 per child (plus one adult admitted free), admission into the park applies.
Winter Lantern Walks
Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th December and Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th January, 4.00pm and 4.20pm
Wrap up warm and enjoy a guided walk around the Pleasure Grounds and walled kitchen garden at dusk. Hear tales about the lives of the Dukes of Newcastle and see Clumber in a different light.
£3.00 per person, booking essential, park admission charges apply
The Acorn Theatre
Worksop S80 2AN
01909 501817
www.acorntheatre.org
Snow White and the Mini Miners
Sunday 1st to Sunday 8th December
Beautiful Snow White is ready to take her place on the throne, but the evil Queen is a bad apple who’s rotten to the core and has other ideas. Join a pretty princess, a mob of mini miners, a naughty nurse and a sassy magic mirror on their adventure to battle a jealous Queen and try to save the kingdom! This rags to riches tale is brought magically to life by the Young Theatre Company, a talent-ed cast of 250 young performers including special guests Zebra Studios, and not forgetting the fabu-lous Jack Charlesworth as naughty Nurse Nora Virus!
Tickets £12.00
Creswell Crags
Worksop S80 3LH
01909 720378
www.creswell-crags.org.uk
Santa’s Grotto
Weekends in November and December, 10.00am to 3.00pm
Get to meet the man himself before the big day! Book your timeslot in advance and while you’re waiting take part in craft activities.
£8.50 per child, includes a gift from Santa
Mansfield Palace Theatre
Leeming Street, Mansfield NG18 1NG
01623 633133 www.mansfieldpalace.co.uk
Aladdin
Saturday 23rd November to Tuesday 31st December
The amazing story of a boy, a lamp, and a genie returns to spread magic across the Mansfield Palace Theatre stage for Christmas 2024. Mansfield’s favourite funny man – Adam Moss – is returning for more festive fun in a brand new pantomime packed full of enchanting story, side-splitting comedy, exotic settings, dazzling special effects, plenty of comedy slapstick and much-loved routines.
Tickets from £23.00
Bearded Fisherman
20 Market Place, Gainsborough DN21 2BY
www.discovergainsborough.com
Santa’s Grotto
Monday 18th November to Tuesday 17th December, 9.00am to 3.00pm (Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays only)
Meet Santa in his Grotto and get ready for the big day at the Bearded Fisherman in Gainsborough!
£3.00
Trinity Arts Centre
Trinity Street, Gainsborough DN21 2AL
01427 676655
www.trinityarts.co.uk
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Friday 13th to Tuesday 31st December
Trio Entertainment proudly present the fairest Panto in the land – Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs! Mirror, Mirror on the wall, which is the most spectacular pantomime of all? Join Snow White in her fairytale adventure of a lifetime. Will Prince Ritchie rescue his beloved Snow White from the Wicked Queen’s evil spells? Will the horrible Henchman complete his perilous task upon the Princess? Will the Seven Dwarfs get to the poisoned apple before Snow White?
Tickets £18.00 adults, £16.00 concessions, £14.00 under-16s, £60.00 family
Gainsborough Model Railway
The Clubrooms, Florence Terrace, Gainsborough DN21 1BE
www.gainsboroughmodelrailway.co.uk
Open Day
Sunday 1st, Friday 28th and Saturday 29th December, 1.30pm to 5.30pm
Visit the open day to see the society’s large O Gauge Model Railway based on the East Coast Mainline from Leeds to London Kings Cross in the days of steam.
£5.00 adults, £4.00 children and £15.00 for a family ticket
Lincoln Castle
Castle Hill, Lincoln
www.lincolncastle.com
Lincoln Castle Illuminated
Friday 29th November to Monday 23rd December, 4.00pm to 9.00pm at weekends and 5.30pm to 9.00pm on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Monday 23rd December)
Get ready to experience the magic of Lincoln Castle Illuminated this Christmas! All the features you love are returning – the Illuminated Wall Walk, snow machine, fairground rides, food and drink, plus the mini Christmas Express train ride. This year they’re turning up the magic with more large-scale illuminations than ever before. These dazzling lights and installations aren’t just there to be admired—they’re the perfect settings for your selfies, group photos, and family memories.
£11.50 adult, £10.50 concession, £6.50 child, £29.50 family