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An Evening with Father Christmas and Friends
20 December 2025
Venue: Colchester Castle
Website: https://colchester.cimuseums.org.uk/visit/colchester-castle
Father Christmas and his elves will host a festive evening filled with seasonal activities, joyful games, and creative crafts. To help everyone make the most of the experience, guests will be divided into four groups and will rotate through each activity according to a set timetable.