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Things to do near Norton Park Hotel, Spa & Manor House this Christmas

Head to Winchester and celebrate Christmas in its full shimmering glory this year.
 
From the glittering Christmas displays to the heartwarming nights with loved ones, we all have different reasons why we love the festive season. 
 
This year, you can make your Christmas extra shimmery with a stay at Norton Park Hotel. Relax in the spa, explore the neighbouring villages and enjoy festive fun near our hotel.
 
To help make the planning a bit easier, here’s a handful on festive things to do in the local area.

Winchester Christmas Market

23 minute drive

Shop around the stalls.

Take a wander round the Winchester Cathedral grounds as they’re taken over for the annual Christmas Market. Inspired by German markets, each stall is housed in a wooden chalet, and you’ll find plenty of handcrafted items to buy as gifts for your loved ones.

<strong>Winchester Christmas Market</strong>

Romsey Lantern Parade

35 minute drive

Light up the night sky.  

Using material you have at home, make your very own lantern for the parade through Romsey. After the judging, take a stroll through the town and check out the competition in the parade. If you’re not up to making a lantern, there’s nothing stopping you from just joining the parade to look at everyone else’s creations.

<strong>Romsey Lantern Parade</strong>

Solstice at Stonehenge

40 minute drive

Experience the wonder of the Winter Solstice.

Every year hundreds of people gather to experience the Winter Solstice at Stonehenge. You’ll gather for sunrise on the Solstice (usually 21st, 22nd or 23rd December) before heading off on a tour of Salisbury. 

<strong>Solstice at Stonehenge</strong>

Christmas at Highclere Castle

17 minute drive

Celebrate Christmas Crawley-style.

Highclere Castle, the setting of hit TV show Downton Abbey, puts on several festive events over the holiday period. Spend the evening carolling and sipping Champagne, take a guided tour of the castle, talk with Lady Carnarvon and much more.

<strong>Christmas at Highclere Castle</strong>