Christmas at St Mary's Guildhall

Head to St Mary's Guildhall over the festive season for special Christmas events you'll never forget!

Christmas at St Mary's Guildhall | Christmas in Coventry

Dates:
- Storytelling with Father Christmas - 29th November, 6th, 13th, 20th & 22nd December
- Relaxed Storytelling Session with Father Christmas - 29th November
- Princess & Superheroes Afternoon Tea - 21st & 23rd December
- Tudor & Christmas Traditions Guided Tours - 27th Nov & 3rd Dec
- Mulled Wine Tours - Sundays 30th November, 7th & 14th December
- Scrooge's Spirit - 10th December
- Carols at the Guildhall with Festive Afternoon Tea - 4th December
- Die Hard Murder Mystery - SOLD OUT!
- Christmas Party Nights - 10th, 13th, 17th & 19th December
- Gatsby Night - SOLD OUT!
Location: Bayley Lane, Coventry, CV1 5RN
Age suitability: There's something for everyone
Tickets: Book online at www.stmarysguildhall.co.uk.

Christmas Events at St Mary's Guildhall

Storytelling with Father Christmas

Join Father Christmas and his merry helpers for festive fun in this beautifully decorated venue. Enjoy storytelling, gingerbread decorating, and children’s crafts - perfect for creating magical family memories.

Dates: 29th November, 6th, 13th, 20th & 22nd December
Relaxed session: With sounds and lights turned down and fewer guests - 29th November
Suitable for: All ages
Price: £18 per child | £8 per adult (+ £1 booking fee)
Tickets: Book here

Princess & Superhero's Afternoon Tea

Enjoy a delicious festive afternoon tea in a beautiful historic setting. Little ones will be thrilled as their favourite princesses and superheroes join the fun, bringing the party to life with exciting games and entertainment designed just for them.

Dates: 21st & 23rd December
Suitable for: All ages
Price: £24.50 per person (adults and children pay the same price)
Tickets: Book here

Tudor & Christmas Traditions Guided Tours

Celebrate the season with a guided tour of the 700-year-old St Mary’s Guildhall. Enjoy a warm glass of mulled wine and discover festive customs from centuries past and including how the Tudors prepared for the 12 Days of Christmas.

Dates: 27th November and 3rd December
Suitable for: All ages
Price: £23 per person
Tickets: Book here

Mulled Wine Tours

Sip on a delightful glass of mulled wine in the picturesque courtyard before, embarking on a guided tour through this remarkable 700-year-old building.

Dates: Sundays 30th November, 7th & 14th December
Suitable for: Ages 18+
Price: £12pp
Tickets: Book here

Scrooge’s Spirit

Visit St Mary’s Guildhall for a captivating one-man performance of "A Christmas Carol" and Witness Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation in this 45 minute 1 man show as you immerse yourself in the timeless tale.

Dates: 10th December
Suitable for: Ages 16+.
Price: £16pp
Tickets: Book here

Carols at the Guildhall with Festive Afternoon Tea

Step into the festive season with an unforgettable afternoon of Christmas carols performed by a quartet of singers from Coventry Cathedral in the stunning Great Hall of St Mary’s Guildhall. Enjoy alongside a full Festive Afternoon Tea!

Dates: 4th and 16th December
Suitable for: All ages
Price: From £40pp
Tickets: Book here

Christmas Party Nights

Christmas Party Night is perfect for friends, colleagues, or groups looking to celebrate in style. Enjoy a sparkling arrival drink, a delicious three-course set meal, and half a bottle of wine per guest. The lively host will keep the energy high with fun and games, followed by a disco.

Dates: 10th, 13th, 17th & 19th December
Suitable for: Ages 18+.
Price: £44.95 per person
Tickets: Book here

St Mary's Guildhall Information

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Accessibility

For everyone to enjoy St Mary’s Guildhall, there is a lift to the first floor and rising platform into the Muniment Room. There is a new spiral staircase to the 2nd floor and where access is not step free, 360 panoramic views of the rooms are available on the digital tour tablets.

There are toilet and baby changing facilities on the ground floor located opposite the Cloisters.

Parking for St Mary's Guildhall

If you’re planning a trip to St Mary’s Guildhall by car, you can park in the city centre at a variety of available car parks. The closest ones are: