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18 November-17 January

January 17, 2027

November 18, 2026

November

2027

Peter Pan - BIRMINGHAM REP

A new festive production bringing J. M. Barrie's much-loved story to life for a new generation. Expect the familiar world of Neverland, Peter Pan, Wendy, Tinker Bell, Captain Hook and the Lost Boys in a spectacular Christmas-season production.

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1 October-16 January

January 16, 2027

October 1, 2026

October

2027

Middlemarch - ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY

George Eliot’s celebrated novel, set in his Warwickshire homeland, comes to the Swan Theatre in a major new adaptation by Nina Raine. Middlemarch is described as a sweeping study of provincial life, following a fictional Midlands town in 1832 as it stands on the brink of profound change. Part One begins on 1 October, with Part Two joining the production from 10 October. Directed by Jeremy Herrin.

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21 November-16 January

January 16, 2027

November 21, 2026

November

2027

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - CURVE THEATRE

Roald Dahl's extraordinary chocolate-filled world comes to life in a spectacular stage musical. Follow Charlie Bucket as he discovers the golden ticket that will take him inside Willy Wonka's mysterious chocolate factory, where anything can happen. A great choice for a glamorous family Christmas outing.

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7 November-4 January

January 4, 2027

November 7, 2026

November

2027

Christmas at Chatsworth

Chatsworth's Christmas programme combines the decorated house, Christmas market and an illuminated garden experience.

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30 November-3 January

January 3, 2027

November 30, 2026

November

2027

Daisy and the Trouble with Christmas - CURVE THEATRE

A festive family production beginning at the end of November and running throughout the Christmas period — ideal for a family Christmas-day-out.

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21 November-3 January

January 3, 2027

November 21, 2026

November

2027

Christmas at Warwick Castle - WARWICK CASTLE

Warwick Castle launches its Christmas season with a brand-new ice rink, a spectacular new light trail featuring more than half a million lights across 64 acres, festive food and drink, and Stories with Santa. It's a particularly good choice for a luxury festive day-trip or weekend-break feature.

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28 November-31 December

December 31, 2026

November 28, 2026

November

2026

Cathedral Quarter Christmas & Ice Rink - DERBY

The beginning of Derby's festive programme, with Christmas shopping, entertainment and the Cathedral Quarter ice rink providing an easy winter day or evening out.

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7 November-13 December

December 13, 2026

November 7, 2026

November

2026

Chatsworth Christmas Market

More than 100 stalls bring Christmas shopping to Chatsworth, with gifts, decorations, food and drink. It's an especially good recommendation for a luxury experience because it combines shopping with the spectacular setting of one of Britain's best-known historic houses.

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20 Nov - 12 Dec

December 12, 2026

November 20, 2026

November

2026

The Nutcracker - Birmingham Royal Ballet

Christmas simply wouldn't be Christmas in Birmingham without Birmingham Royal Ballet's The Nutcracker.

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27-30 November

November 30, 2026

November 27, 2026

November

2026

Banks Mill Open Studios - BANKS MILL STUDIOS

An excellent alternative to the usual Christmas markets, with artists, designers and makers opening their studios and showcasing original work. Particularly good for readers looking for unique gifts, interiors and artwork.

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26-29 November

November 29, 2026

November 26, 2026

November

2026

Burghley Christmas Fair - BURGHLEY HOUSE

Burghley's courtyards and grounds are transformed with festive chalets, pagodas and marquees. The fair focuses on artisan and independent gifts, handmade decorations, clothing, homewares and food and drink - making it a particularly good luxury Christmas-shopping recommendation.

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28 November

November 28, 2026

November 28, 2026

November

2026

Christmas Tournament Feast - WARWICK CASTLE

For the more grown-up end of the Christmas market, Warwick Castle offers a festive evening of medieval-style entertainment and dining. Guests can dress up if they wish, with smart-casual dress encouraged, making this a fun alternative for Christmas parties and groups.

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28 November

November 28, 2026

November 28, 2026

November

2026

Bolsover Lantern Parade & Christmas Market - DERBYSHIRE

A wonderfully atmospheric start to the festive season, with lanterns illuminating the historic town and Christmas-market stalls adding to the spectacle.

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22 November

November 22, 2026

November 22, 2026

November

2026

Wreath Making at Warwick Castle - WARWICK CASTLE

An evening of festive creativity beneath the castle's spectacular 20-foot Christmas tree. Guests make their own Christmas wreath to take home while enjoying music, a complimentary drink and festive snacks.

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17-19 November

November 19, 2026

November 17, 2026

November

2026

Private Peaceful - Curve Theatre

Michael Morpurgo's poignant story of family, love and the impact of war comes to the stage. At its heart is the relationship between brothers Tommo and Charlie Peaceful and the events that change their lives forever.

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30 October-8 November

November 8, 2026

October 30, 2026

October

2026

Nottingham Comedy Festival - CITY-WIDE

A city-wide celebration of comedy, bringing together established names, emerging performers and different styles of live comedy. A useful addition to the line-up because it gives readers something completely different from the region's theatre and classical programmes.

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17 October-1 November

November 8, 2026

October 17, 2026

October

2026

The Burghley Halloween Trail - BURGHLEY HOUSE

Burghley's Sculpture Garden becomes the setting for a Halloween trail through the autumn leaves and hidden pathways, with ghosts to discover, clues to follow and a seasonal treat at the end.

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27 October-7 November

November 7, 2026

October 27, 2026

October

2026

Cats - BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME

Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical returns to Birmingham in a brand-new production directed and choreographed by Drew McOnie. Based on T. S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats, the show brings the Jellicle cats to life through spectacular choreography, memorable characters and one of musical theatre's most recognisable scores. Expect Old Deuteronomy, Macavity, the Jellicle Ball and, of course, the unforgettable Memory. The production runs for two weeks, through to 7 November.

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30 October

October 30, 2026

October 30, 2026

October

2026

Casino Royale in Concert - SYMPHONY HALL

A glamorous film-and-music experience combining the world of James Bond with live orchestral performance - an excellent date-night recommendation.

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28-29 October

October 29, 2026

October 28, 2026

October

2026

An Evening of Ghost Stories - ST JOHN'S HOUSE, WARWICK

A sophisticated Halloween alternative, with atmospheric storytelling in a historic Warwick setting. Expect classic ghost stories and a suitably eerie evening rather than the usual Halloween party fare.

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