Step back in time for a fun-filled festive experience at Beamish Museum
If you want to experience what Christmas was like in times gone by, then head to Beamish, The Living Museum of the North for their fun-filled festive programme.
From twinkling decorations to delicious seasonal treats, nostalgic music and hands- on activities, the award-winning County Durham open air museum will be brimming with Christmas cheer, offering something for everyone to enjoy.
As you travel around the museum, meet merry costumed folk and discover how they’re getting ready for the festive season, from the 1820s to the 1950s.
Visit Pockerley Old Hall to discover how Christmas was celebrated over 200 years ago in Georgian times or experience a traditional miners’ Christmas in The 1900s Pit Village.
On your way there you can take a walk through Elf Wood to see what the elves are up to.
Visitors can also take a stroll down the Edwardian cobbled street and see the homes and shopfronts beautifully decorated for the season as well as the opportunity to enjoy freshly baked festive treats from Herron’s Bakery or your favourite sweets from Jubilee Confectioners.
In the 1950s town you can step into Christmas seven decades ago including calling into the 1950s toy shop to pick up gifts for the young and young at heart.
The 1950s town cinema will also be screening classic Christmas films of the past. Movies will include Miracle on 34th Street (1947), The Holly and the Ivy (1952) and White Christmas (1954),
You can also visit the big man himself as Father Christmas and Mrs Claus will be travelling around the museum on traditional transport on weekends and school holidays.
Santa will also be open for visitors in his festive grotto.
Paul Foster, Beamish Museum’s Events Manager, said: “The magic of Christmas past will come to life at Beamish Museum from Saturday, 22nd November right up until Christmas Eve.
“Join us as we tell the story of the North East during the 1820s, early 1900s, 1940s and 1950s. Stroll around the beautifully decorated museum, enjoy the traditional tastes of Christmas and make unforgettable memories with your loved ones.”
Tickets to see Santa or one of the moves at the 1950s cinema can be purchased via the Beamish website.