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FESTIVE FUN

Christmas at The Forth Bridges

17 November 2023

Christmas Events in and around North and South Queensferry

Festive experiences and events at the Forth Bridges.

Here's our roundup of what's on at both ends of the bridges in North and South Queensferry.

From wreath making to meeting Santa or an amble round the Linlithgow Peel, there's plenty to keep you and the family amused, plus some discounts, vouchers and gift cards to make Christmas that bit easier.

Do keep checking back as we'll be adding new events as they are publicised.

NOVEMBER

5.45-7.00pm | Thursday 23 November
Christmas Lights Switch On in 
South Queensferry
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7pm, Friday 24th November | Lodge St Margaret
Christmas in Queensferry Quiz Night

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10am-4.30pm | Friday 24 - Sunday 26 November
Hopetoun Christmas Shopping Fair
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12-4pm | Sunday 26 November
Culross Christmas Market | Culross Village Green
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1-5pm | Sunday 26 November
Burntisland Christmas Market | The Burntisland Sands Hotel
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Monday 27 November
Wreath Making Workshop | Dalmeny Church Centre
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Tuesday 28 November
Dunfermline Children's Gala Christmas Concert | Alhambra Theatre
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6– 8pm | Wednesday 29 November
Christmas Wreath Making Masterclass
 | Scotts, South Queensferry

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DECEMBER

Friday 1 December

Magical Christmas Party Night  | Orocco Pier

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2-4pm | Sunday 3 December
Festive Afternoon Tea with Live Entertainment | The Inn at Charlestown
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Monday 4 December
Wreath Making Workshop | Dalmeny Church Centre
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6-8.30pm | Tuesday 5 December
Festive Foodie Gifts | Greener Kirkcaldy's Lang Spoon Community Kitchen
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10.30am - 1.30pm | Thursday 7 December
Leslie Winter Walk with Wardens | Glenrothes
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7pm | Thursday 7 December
The Unplayed Keys: A Christmas Ghost Story | Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum
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Thursday 7 December

Festive Ferry Late Night Shopping |
South Queensferry

12-4pm | Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 December

Christmas Fair | 
Outboard, South Queensferry
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10 December | The Inn at Charlestown
Santa Lunch
Enjoy lunch with your family and friends followed by a visit to our stunning Santa's Grotto.
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7pm | 14 December
 | Linlithgow Castle

Tatties frae Chuckie Stanes (Storytelling)

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6pm | 15 December | Hawthorne Bank Community Gardens
Christmas Carol Singing Led by The Ferry Blend Choir
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15 December

Magical Christmas Party Night  | Orocco Pier

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3-4.30pm | 16 December  
Christingle Event  Dalmeny Church
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16 December | The Inn at Charlestown
Frozen Afternoon Tea
Do you want to build a Snowman? A magical Afternoon Tea dressed up as your favourite Arendelle character.
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1pm – 3pm | 16th December

Christmas Amble, Linlithgow Peel

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16th and 17th December

Wreath Making | Hopetoun House
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11.15am | 17 December
Celebration Nativity | Dalmeny Church
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6pm | 17 December
Carols by Candlelight | Priory Church
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20 December
Dinner with Santa | 
Scotts, South Queensferry
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VARIOUS DATES IN DECEMBER


Beecraigs Festive Forest
Illuminated trail, storytelling, street food and more
.
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Meet Santa
 at House of The Binns
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Craigies Santa Adventure
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Conifox Christmas Experience
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Santa Steam Trains | Bo'Ness and Kinneil Railway
Sold out - but you can join their waiting list!
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Queensferry Care Pop Up Shop | The Haven
3pm - 4.30pm | Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays
A stunning selection of woodwork crafts. All proceeds to Queensferry Care.
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Christmas Party Nights | Doubletree by Hilton
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OFFERS AND GIFT VOUCHERS

Fork Out Less | Port Edgar Marina
Autumn Fork Out Less offers from Scotts.
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Deep Sea World
 | North Queensferry 
Dive into Christmas with 20% OFF Adult & Junior Shark Encounters, guaranteed to be under the tree in time for Christmas! 

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Forth Boat Tours | Gift Vouchers
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Maid of the Forth | Christmas Vouchers
Gift the experience of a cruise on the Firth of Forth.
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The Little Bakery | Gift Vouchers
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Harbour Lane | Gift Vouchers
Can't decide? Play it safe with a Harbour Lane Gift Card.
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Buzzworks / Thirty Knots | Giftcards
Whether for birthdays, weddings, seasonal celebrations or simply to say thanks, a Buzzworks Gift Card or E-gift makes the ideal present.
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Vintage Inns / Hawes Inn | Giftcard
Gift a meal or a stay at the historic Hawes Inn with its literary connections to Robert Louis Stevenson and 'Kidnapped'.
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Port Edgar Watersports | Gift Vouchers
Sailing, sea 
kayaking, power boating, wind surfing, SUP and canoeing. 
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Honeypot Creative Cafe | Gift Vouchers
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The Shore Restaurant | Gift Vouchers
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Scotland Loves Local | Giftcard
The Scotland Loves Local Gift Card is a gift to the entire community – treating someone to the fantastic products, services and experiences on offer in their area, and at the same time protecting local jobs and ensuring the community prospers.
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Every effort has been made to ensure that this information is accurate and up to date. However, we accept no responsibility for errors or omissions. You are advised to check with the provider and book in advance of making a special journey.

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