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December
North Hampshire Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Tuesday 8th Dec – Christmas Networking lunch at Winchester Guildhall
Thurs 17th Dec – The People Management Christmas Breakfast, Winchester
For more information please visit www.nhcci.co.uk or contact 01962 841000.
Wired Wessex
Networking Basics and Holiday Party - 18:00 - 20:00
The Slug & Lettuce, Winchester
For mor information please visit www.wiredwessex.co.uk
Winchester Discovery Centre
7th Monday Morning Reading Group
9th Speaking Volumes Reading Group
Please visit www.hants.gov.uk/wdc or call 0845 603 5631 for more information.
Winchester Farmers’ Market
13th. Visit www.hampshirefarmers.co.uk for more information.
CONCERT: A FESTIVAL OF CAROLS AND MUSIC
2 December at 7.15pm, Winchester Cathedral
Well known carols, music, topical readings and special guests (including Same Difference), organised by Teenage Cancer Trust’s South of England Appeal Groups to raise funds for a new Teenage Cancer Trust unit at Southampton General Hospital. Tickets: £30, £20, £15 (half price for children under 16).
LATE NIGHT SHOPPING
3 – 31 December, Thursdays until 8pm, Winchester
Enjoy a more relaxed shopping experience this December with late night shopping on Thursday evenings, supported by many of Winchester’s shops, bars and restaurants.
A GEORGIAN CHRISTMAS
5 & 6 December, Jane Austen’s House, Chawton
Get into the Christmas spirit at Jane Austen’s newly refurbished house and museum and encounter a butler from Jane Austen’s day. Tel: 01420 832 262 or visit: www.jane-austens-house-museum.org.uk
GET READY FOR CHRISTMAS
5 & 6 December from 10.30am – 4.30pm, Winchester City Mill
Make Christmas cards and decorations and help decorate the large tree in the mill. Test your knowledge with a quiz on ‘Christmas Past’.
5 – 24 December, Watercress Line
Step back in time to join Santa on the Watercress Line – mulled wine and mince pies for the grown ups and an unforgettable encounter with the legendary Father Christmas for the children. See www.watercressonline.co.uk for timetable and booking information or call 01962 733 810.
THE WAYNFLETE SINGERS’ CHRISTMAS CONCERT
5 December at 7.30pm, Winchester Cathedral
Celebrating their 40th season by singing motets by Gabrieli, Praetorius, and Schütz,
Jongen: Mass Op 130, and Hakim: Jesu Redemptor Omnium. Performing with Fine Arts Brass conducted by Andrew Lumsden. Tickets: £30, £19 & £10
TEATIME CHRISTMAS TREAT
6 December – 3 January from 4pm – 7.30pm, Intech
New Christmas show in the Planetarium about Christmas and winter customs. Admission: £4 per person, includes show and entry into the science centre. Advance booking on 01962 897925. Full details at www.intech-uk.com
PANTOMIME: WIZARD OF OZ
9 December – 3 January, Theatre Royal Winchester
Join Dorothy and her friends in this pantomime version of the Wizard of Oz, as they set off along the yellow brick road on a journey packed with surprises. Scarecrow is looking for a new brain, Tinman is in need of a heart and Cowardly Lion is desperate to find some courage. And the party wouldn't be complete without Toto, the cutest, cleverest puppy this side of Kansas. For times and ticket: £7.50 - £55 (family)
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS QUIZ
12 December – 3 January, City Museum
Hunt for objects from Christmas past or little ones can spot the robins. Tasty prizes for festive sleuths.
THE LORD LIEUTENANT'S CAROL CONCERT
12 December at 7pm, Winchester Cathedral
Presented by Alan Titchmarsh and featuring the Winchester Cathedral Choirs, this sell-out concert includes a programme of popular carols and readings. Tickets: £20, £17.50, £15, £10
MICHAEL MORPURGO: ON ANGEL WINGS
14 December at 7pm, Winchester Cathedral
Telling the engaging story of how a shepherd in Bethlehem became the first visitor to the stable on Christmas night. On Angel Wings will be narrated by Michael Morpurgo, with Juliet Stevenson, a range of musicians, and farm animals! Performed to great acclaim in Exeter and St Paul’s Cathedrals, Michael Morpurgo comes to Winchester this Christmas with something that people of all ages will enjoy. Tickets: £5 children under 16, £10 adults
STORYTELLING
21 - 23rd December at 12.30pm – 12.45pm, Winchester Cathedral
Hear the Christmas Story told in a variety of ways using props and puppetry. Cathedral entry fees apply.
CHILDREN’S HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
22 December from 10am – 12pm, Winchester Cathedral
Creative workshop for children aged 7+. £2 per child, adults welcome to stay. Call Cheryl on 01962 857 224, booking essential.
FESTIVE FUN AT THE FORT
22 December, Royal Armouries Fort Nelson
popular children’s activity day, with traditional Punch and Judy shows and Christmas craft activities. Free entry, but a nominal £2 charge applies to cover the cost of optional craft sessions.
CONCERT: BRITTEN'S CEREMONY OF CAROLS
23 December at 1pm, Winchester Cathedral
Sung by the Cathedral's boy and girl choristers. Admission details to be confirmed.
COMMANDO KID
29 December, Royal Armouries Fort Nelson
A chance to join the Army, 1940’s style, with a junior assault course! Also see and climb inside a real armoured vehicle! Free admission.
OFF WITH THEIR HEADS
31 December, Royal Armouries Fort Nelson
Dress up as Tudor courtiers and meet King Henry VIII – but watch out for the executioner! Plus puppet shows and toy castle building contest! Free admission.
