Event

What the Dickens?!

20th December
The Guildhall, Guildhall Lane, Leicester, LE1 5FQ
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Step into a festive journey through time at the historic Leicester Guildhall

Christmas trail featuring tales from History with a festive twist, Craft activities, puzzles and Leicester's most popular Family GameshowStep into a festive journey through time at the historic Leicester Guildhall for a brand-new Christmas adventure! Brought to you in the spirit of the beloved Santa’s Magical History Tour, this immersive festive event brings history to life with games, storytelling, and crafts-perfect for families looking for seasonal magic without a Father Christmas visit.What the Dickens?! , Sunday 20 December 1130 AM - 1 PM EventbriteThe Festive History Trail & Secret PasswordYour adventure begins with a jam-packed trail through the atmospheric rooms of the Guildhall. Listen closely to captivating tales from history, all served up with a special festive twist and uncover the secret password to unlock the doors to the Great Hall!The "What the Dickens?!" Family GameshowOnce inside the Great Hall, it is time to pit your family's knowledge, skills, and quick wits together and take part in "What the Dickens?!" Leicester's very own interactive gameshow guaranteed to bring all generations together for big laughs and friendly annual competition. Plus, nobody goes home empty-handed-everyone receives a festive token prize to take away!Christmas Crafts & Magical WishesGet hands-on with festive craft activities! Children and adults alike can create their very own moving Shadow Puppet Christmas Spiders, inspired by classic folklore. Before you leave, make sure to visit the Magic Wish Tree, where you can write down and leave your own special wish for the world.Event SnapshotWhere The Medieval Leicester Guildhall (Guildhall Lane, Leicester)Who Suitable for all ages-from little ones to grandparents!Includes Immersive history trail, game show entry, craft materials, a token prize for every guest, and Wish Tree(Note This event focuses entirely on historical festivities, storytelling, and interactive games, and does not include a meeting or photo opportunity with Santa).

Performances

11:30 to 13:00 - Sunday 20th December

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The Guildhall
Guildhall Lane
Leicester
LE1 5FQ
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