Close your eyes. Can you hear the faint sound of ‘Jingle Bells’ and ‘Last Christmas’ in the air? Whether ready or not, Christmas is here in Bristol. Brand-new this year is a ‘Christmas Village’ in the city centre – filled with family-friendly funfair rides and more. The team behind Bristol’s iconic Christmas Market, on in Broadmead until December 23, will also be taking over Castle Park this winter.
When does the Christmas Village open?
The Bristol Christmas Village will run every day for four weeks (apart from Christmas Day) from Thursday, December 5 to Thursday, January 2. Up until December 20, it will open 2pm to 10pm, Monday to Friday, and then 10am to 10pm on Saturday and Sunday. After that, it will open 10am to 10pm every day until it closes.
What is on at Bristol Christmas Village?
Located around St Peter’s Church in Castle Park, the Christmas Village’s main attractions includes a 15×20 metre roller rink, a bespoke curling rink, and a VR sledge ride – where you can take a virtual sleigh ride on a Christmassy journey without leaving Bristol. With open free entry, visitors can wander and enjoy the spectacular display of Christmas trees, giant baubles and fairy lights.
On top, the Christmas Village also features several rides like a bungee trampoline, a Waltzer and Dodgems, alongside many more traditional funfair games. Every evening, a beautiful light show will be projected onto the walls of St Peter’s Church. Plus, there’s live entertainment, children’s workshops, festive food and drinks, and more!
Any deals?
Every Wednesday and Thursday, students can enjoy 20% off a Rollahub session. Plus, Monday to Thursday, 20% off any session before 5pm with a valid Blue Light Card.
What about Bristol Christmas Market?
This new ‘Christmas Village’ is only a short walk away from the Bristol Christmas Market, turning the whole city centre into a festive takeover. Home to over 35 unique stalls, you’re able to expect all the same musical entertainment, Yorkshire pudding wraps, Santa visits, and private Iglus. Think of it like, the Christmas Village is a compliment to the Market.