Traditional festive fun at A Victorian Festival of Christmas

With its snow covered street, seasonal carols, Father Christmas, Christmas shopping and a cast of Victorian characters, this hugely popular event is a delightful trip to Christmas past for all the family. Wander through the European style shopping village, Victorian street, Georgian colonnades and discover superb quality gifts, fine crafts, festive food and drink at the biggest Christmas market on the south coast. Step back 150 years to celebrate Christmas with a cast of 100s.  Meet a host of colourful Victorian characters such as Scrooge, Mr. Bumble and Queen Victoria herself and join in with the novel bawdy music hall of Fagin's Tavern.

Children will laugh at the traditional street and fairground entertainments and music lovers will delight in traditional Christmas carols and marching bands.

Open from Friday, 30th November till Sunday, 2nd December, A Festival of Christmas ticket includes free entry into the attractions at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard*. Visit the world famous historic ships - HMS Victory, The Mary Rose, HMS Warrior 1860, all of which have helped to shape British history. Home of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard's other attractions include one of the country's leading maritime museums, The Royal Naval Museum and Action Stations,  a hands-on and exciting showcase for the modern Royal Navy.

For groups/coach attending 'A Victorian Festival of Christmas' there is a coach drop off and pick up facility at the Hard. Group rates for 15 people or more are available on the prices below.

Tickets: Adults £10, Seniors £8, Children £8
Family Ticket: (2 Adults, 3 Children) £33
Early Bird Booking Offer! Book before 30th September 2007 and get a 10% discount. The ticket price includes entry to all the festive entertainment on site plus the historic ships and museums. *Excludes harbour tours.

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