Outdoors
Carols around the Tree
Join the Red Admiral Band, Sing4Fun and local schools to sing Christmas carols around the tree. Dress warmly and bring a torch! Traditional refreshments available, more info on 01257 464431.
Victoria Park Winter Festival
See the Christmas lights switched on, enjoy live entertainment, a funfair, stalls and children’s activities, plus a Santa’s Grotto (£5 per child). Grotto tickets bookable at fovpinfo@yahoo.com
Beacon Park Santa Dash
Take part in a 5K Santa Dash or a 1 mile family fun run – entry £5 per person or £10 per family, including a Santa hat, medal and post-race...
Wigan Samaritans Santa Stroll
Join us for a festive family walk of 7K around Haigh Plantations, raising funds for The Samaritans Of Wigan. Everyone who registers will receive a Santa suit to wear, which...
Southport Santa Sprint
Join hundreds of Santas on a run from Southport Pier, around the Marine Lake and back! All participants receive a medal, mince pie and a hot drink. Entry £20 per...
St. Helens Santa Dash
Dress in your Christmas finery and enjoy a 4K run around Victoria Park! Entry £5 per adult and £2 per child including a Santa hat, medal, mince pie and a...
Worden Festive 5K
Embark on a festive 5K run or 1 mile family fun run! 5K entry £10, fun run £5. All runners receive a medal – enter at www.my2.raceresult.com
Beacon Park Santa Hunt
Santa has lost the password to his sleigh’s super-computer – can you find the clues hidden around Beacon Country Park and piece it together? Trail maps cost £2 from the...
Carols Around the Tree
Come and join us to sing Christmas Carols in the Church garden...or inside if it's wet! Our Christmas tree is sponsored by local businesses and you're invited to stay for...
Winter Bird Walk
A slow-paced, 6-mile birdwatching walk through the Rainford countryside – be on the lookout for the Pink-footed Goose and the Yellowhammer! Booking required on 01744 677772, meet at the main...