Christmas trail featuring tales from History with a festive twist, Craft activities, puzzles and Leicester's most popular Family Gameshow

Step into a festive journey through time at the historic Leicester Guildhall (https://www.google.com/search?kgmid=/m/0864d9) 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.

🗺️ The Festive History Trail & Secret Password

Your 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 Gameshow

Once 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 Wishes

Get 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 Snapshot

📍 Where: The Medieval Leicester Guildhall (https://www.leicestermuseums.org/event-details/?id=0e1deac5-72b5-4a80-bfe7-c8da2ebb0bd1) (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).

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