We simply love Christmas! And Medway has so much going on during this festive period. Here’s just a taste…
Set in the picturesque Rochester Castle Gardens, browse a variety of stalls for unique gift ideas and unusual stocking fillers.
Wander the Bavarian food village or visit the funfair. There will also be live performers keeping you entertained.
There is even a guaranteed snowfall, all framed by Rochester’s fairy tale cathedral and castle.
PLUS, every Friday rides only £1 and activities half price.
Sat, 30 Nov – 10am – 6pm
Sun, 1 Dec - 10am – 6pm
Fri, 6 Dec – 12noon – 8pm
Sat, 7 Dec – 10am – 7pm
Sun, 8 Dec - 10am – 7pm
Fri, 13 Dec - 12noon – 8pm
Sat, 14 Dec - 10am – 6pm
Sun, 15 Dec - 10am – 6pm
Please note: Dickensian Christmas (Sat, 6 and Sun 7 Dec) is our busiest weekend, therefore if you’d like to browse the stalls away from the crowds, please come to any of our other days.
Rochester Dickensian Festival
Fri, 6 and Sat, 7 December
Uncover a feast of Victorian delights, costumed characters, parades, and join in our open air carol concerts.
While you’re there, visit Rochester Christmas Market for unique gift ideas and shop for festive goodies along Rochester’s historic high street.
Dickens costume sale
10am – 3pm Corn Exchange
Nothing to wear for the Rochester Dickensian Festival or Mistletoe Ball? Don’t worry, just come on down to the costume sale and get your outfit sorted.
Mistletoe Ball
Fri, 6 Dec
Corn Exchange, Rochester
Come dressed in your finest Dickensian attire and join in our amazing Victorian dinner and dance. It’ll be nanty narking!
Tickets: £22 if booked before 18, Nov. Or £26 after this date.
Visit: medwayticketslive.co.uk
Phone: 01634 338338
Christmas at Eastgate House
A Christmas Carol
Back by popular demand, this performance of one of Charles Dickens’ most famous books is truly unique. As you enter our 16th century grand reception room, the drama starts to unfold all around you, where scenes will be performed in the various alcoves and hidden doorways.
Sun 24 Nov, Sun 30 Nov and Sun 1 Dec
1pm, 2.30pm, 4pm, 5.30pm and 7pm
£12 per person. Buy tickets from Eastgate House, Rochester or phone 01634 332700 (Weds – Sun, 10am-5pm)
Please note: audience members stand for the performance, which runs for approx. 45 mins.
A Victorian Father Christmas
Gather round, get comfy and listen as our Victorian Father Christmas reads a unique story all about Eastgate House.
No need to book, just turn up!
Sat 7, Sun 8, Sat 14, Sun 15, Sat 21 and Sun 22 Dec
11am, 11.30am, 1pm, 1.30pm, 2pm, 2.30pm, 3pm and 3.30pm
£2 per child, £4 per adult, under 5s free.
Please note: price includes entrance to the entire house as well as the storytelling. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
A Victorian Christmas
Explore this beautiful Grade I listed building all dressed up for Christmas, and discover how the Victorians invented many of our festive traditions.
Saturday 16 Nov - Sun 12 Jan
Weds – Sun, 10am-5pm
Normal admission to the house applies.
Festive Fun with the Fezziwigs
The Guildhall Museum, Rochester
Come and enjoy an afternoon of fun and dancing with Dickens’ best-loved couple, in the beautiful setting of the museum’s 17th century main chamber. Includes a reading from A Christmas Carol and a Victorian dance demonstration with costumed characters. Mince pies and soft drinks included. Come early and explore the museum before the event.
Sunday 15 Dec, 3pm - 5pm
Tickets: £10 for adults £5 for children under 16.
Advance booking recommended. Contact the Guildhall Museum on 01634 332900.
The Christmas Adventures of Archie the Mouse
Friday, 29 November to Tuesday, 24 December
The Brook Theatre, Chatham
Tickets: Adults from £8, children from £7.50
Come with us on a magical Christmas adventure with Archie the Mouse and his friends.
www.medwayticketslive.co.uk
01634 338338
Cinderella
Thursday, 12 December 2019 to Sunday, 5 January 2020
The Central Theatre, Chatham
Tickets: from £16
Don’t miss Cinderella, the timeless tale of laughter, magic and true love.
www.medwayticketslive.co.uk
01634 338338
Christmas lights switch on
Sat, 16 November – Rochester
With cast members from this year’s central theatre Pantomime Cinderella
Fri, 22 November – Gillingham
Minions duo Bob and Kevin will be there too!
Sat, 23 November – Chatham
With cast members from this year’s central theatre Pantomime Cinderella
Fri, 29 November – Rainham
Joined by Shrek
Sat, 30 November – Strood
Kung Fu Panda will be there too!
medway.gov.uk/christmas
