The big man himself will be coming to Tavistock as usual this year and it wouldn't be Christmas without paying him a visit. Whether you call him Santa Claus, Father Christmas, Saint Nicholas, he is sure to spread joy wherever he goes. When he is busy preparing for his big trip though, he sends his Elves instead and they definitely bring the fun factor! This is where you can find the big man or his Elves in and around town...

Bedford Square

Father Christmas and his beautiful sleigh will be making an appearance right in the heart of Tavistock. 

• 14th December  

• 21st December

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Tavistock Christmas Festival​

Get into the Christmas spirit and soak up the joyous atmosphere at the Tavistock Festive Christmas Festival.

There will be a fun and festive gnome trail for the little ones, a choir, elves, festive bouncy castles, and yummy food!

This event is entirely FREE to attend.

• Sunday 8th December | Butchers' Hall, Tavistock Pannier Market & Bedford Square 

• 10:30am to 4:30pm

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Twixmas at The Bedford Hotel | 29th December

Bridge the gap between Christmas and New Year, with a delicious, traditional afternoon tea in the festive setting of Gallery 26 at The Bedford Hotel - with a little live magic from the talented Lewis Belcher to entertain, surprise and delight.

• Traditional Afternoon Tea - £25 | A selection of finger sandwiches, homemade scones with local strawberry jam and clotted cream, delicious cakes, tea or coffee

• Afternoon Tea & Fizz - £30 | as above, plus a decadent glass of fizz to keep the Christmas cheer going

• Children's Mini Afternoon Tea - £12.50 | including soft drink or hot chocolate

 

Twixmas at The Bedford Hotel

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Buckland Abbey

From Christmas Story Time to Viking Yule, there is loads happening to delight the children this festive season: 

• Christmas at Buckland Abbey

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