St Helens Feature Part 3.....Christmas Special

Christmas in St Helens Town Centre.....

Time to celebrate Christmas with a dazzling programme of entertainment!

St Helens Council is promising a Christmas to remember - as the countdown to the season of goodwill gathers pace.

The Council is again throwing its weight behind the Town Centre economy with a full, festive line-up that promises to deliver a range of seasonal goodies for young and old alike with music, fun and traditional fayre served up for everyone to enjoy.

The full festive line-up includes..... 




Christmas Craft Fayre
Tuesday 6th - Saturday 10th November
Over 30 stalls selling a fabulous range of craft items. Perfect for getting those early Christmas gifts with a difference.

Bradley Johnson

Christmas Lights Switch On (supported by Merseytravel)
Saturday 17th November

The Loveable Rogues

Come and celebrate the launch of the new, magical Christmas lights - some of the most spectacular in the region. St Helens promises a fabulous evening of free music and entertainment. The Loveable Rogues, The Mend and the Lancashire Hotpots will generate lots of excitement as they prepare to light up the Town Centre.   Hot of the press is that Rainford's own Bradley Johnson will be joining in the fun! Don't miss the fantastic light and fireworks special effects show. To complete this Christmas extravaganza there will be a host of other well-known performers, music, pantomime acts and family fun.

The Mend

Postman Pat's Children's Mini Shows

Saturday 24th November
Popular Cbeebies characters, Postman Pat, Jess and Ben bound into town - bringing their own brand of entertainment in four shows throughout the day - all with free admission and based in Parish Church. Tickets are available by calling 01744 675492.


Festive Street Day
Saturday 1st December
Festive entertainment with a hint of humour. Come and see our joy-riding reindeers and dancing Christmas puddings plus much, much more!




Christmas Train
Saturday 8th December
All aboard the Santa Express! Festive train ride around the town centre, with various pick-up and drop-off points.


Real Reindeer & Santa Visit
Saturday 15th December
Santa arrives in St.Helens, along with his real reindeer and accompanied by his Christmas elves. Make sure Santa gets your letter by giving it to him yourself.

Christmas Band
Saturday 22nd December
A festive treat of traditional music around the Christmas tree.

Late Night Shopping
Late night Christmas shopping in St.Helens Town Centre makes it easier to browse for longer, and perhaps pick up a few goodies for yourself along the way! There are a number of shopping offers available, so there's always the chance to picking up a bargain.

Late night shopping - every Thursday from the 22nd November and between Monday 17th - Friday 21st December. Sunday trading will start from Sunday 25th November (10.00am - 4.00pm).





Car Parking
All town centre car parks (except the Millennium Centre car park) will be free on the five Saturday's before Christmas - November 24th, 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd December. In addition, all car parks will be open late during the run-up to Christmas. Closure times may vary throughout the Christmas Shopping period. Please check signage on car parks for details of closing times.


The Christmas offers complement the council's popular 'free after three' scheme, which allows motorists who arrive after 3pm on Birchley Street, Chalon Way and St.Mary's car parks to use the car parks free of charge.


Public Transport
For public transport information visit www.merseytravel.gov.uk to plan your trip or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33.