Christmas at Chelmsford Museum

Enjoy festive weekends at Chelmsford Museum on Saturday 30 November & Sunday 1 December, and Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 December. Kick off your festive month with a trip to see the man himself, Father Christmas, plus the return of the popular festive wreath making workshops.

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A closeup of hands working on a wreath made of fresh greenery.
Festive Wreath Making Join local artists and experts, Deb and Jo, for a three-hour wreath making workshop using the very best materials.
  • 30 November 2024 to 01 December 2024
Father Christmas sat in The Snug while his elves stand close by. They are all waving at the camera.
Father Christmas at ‘The Snug’ FULLY BOOKED - We are delighted to have a special visitor returning to the museum this year – Father Christmas will be in residence for two weekends!
  • 30 November 2024 to 01 December 2024
Father Christmas sat in The Snug while his elves stand close by. They are all waving at the camera.
Father Christmas at ‘The Snug’ - Week 2 FULLY BOOKED - We are delighted to have a special visitor returning to the museum this year – Father Christmas will be in residence for two weekends!
  • 07 December 2024 to 08 December 2024
A young woman standing in front of the door of Oaklands House wearing a 1800s maid costume. Text on the image reads, 'Museum Memories: A Servant's Christmas at Oaklands'.
Museum Memories: A Servant's Christmas at Oaklands Step back in time and discover the festive season through the eyes of Anne Vale, a cook who worked for the family at Oaklands House in the late 1800s.
  • 17 December 2024 to 27 December 2024
  • 11am