Events

Begin your festive season with this fun and creative workshop where you will create your own wooden house scene and a hanging decoration that will make the perfect additions to your Christmas decs or two wonderful homemade gifts.

You will be given support and guided through the workshop with simple instructions suitable for all - no prior experience is needed.

The class is run by Becci Moore from Quill Paper Scissors who has been running wooden house workshops for 10 years across Cheshire and the Wirral. As a former primary school teacher, Becci is able to run these classes on a level that suits all abilities.

Workshop runs for 2 1/2 hours with a short break in the middle. All materials plus tea & coffee will be provided.

This free workshop has been made possible by a Culture 26: Made in Halton Aspire Grant, providing accessible and inclusive cultural events to the borough of Halton. (similar workshops provided by Quill Paper Scissors typically cost approx. £40 per person)

Kick off the festive season and find the perfect gifts for family and friends at Norton Priory's annual Christmas Gift Fair.

Wander through stalls brimming with one-of-a-kind treasures and beautiful handmade creations from local crafters and independent suppliers.

Enjoy the sounds of the season with performances from choirs and brass bands, filling the air with Christmas cheer.

Savour a glass of mulled wine with a classic mince pie while you soak up the cosy festive atmosphere.

In the stunning surroundings of Norton Priory Museum & Gardens, come and make your own fresh, traditional Christmas wreath with Andrea Phillipson from Lavender View Farm.

Our materials will include fresh foliage picked from the woodland and gardens at Norton Priory, making it a truly homegrown addition for Halton locals to add to their Christmas décor.

Festive music, refreshments and a relaxed atmosphere under expert guidance will allow you to make your own beautiful wreath to take home.

Gather your friends, or come alone, all are welcome!

This free workshop has been made possible by a Culture 26: Made in Halton Aspire Grant, providing accessible and inclusive cultural events to the borough of Halton. (similar workshops provided by Lavender View Farm typically cost approx. £30 per person)

Join Clare from Halton Village Silver on this unique and festive workshop suitable for beginners. During the session you’ll be able to make a pair of silver Christmas tree earrings, just in time for the party season! You will be practising some of the traditional silversmith techniques with specialist tools and getting a taste of working with metal.

There will be the opportunity to choose from 6 different Christmas tree shapes to make a pair of simple studs or a pair of dangles.

This is a brilliant workshop for anyone who is interested in the mechanics of metalwork and would like to create something truly special for a loved one or themselves just in time for Christmas.

During the session, you will practise the following:

• Using a jeweller’s saw and disc cutters.
• Shaping the silver.
• Adding texture and patterns using a variety of techniques.
• Create earring wires.
• Soldering components.
• Sanding and clean-up of solder joints.
• Finishing and polishing using a barrel polisher.

Important: This workshop takes place at the Coach House. Please park at the Walled Garden carpark a short walk away. Spaces just outside the Coach House building will be reserved for accessibility, let us know if this applies to you. There are accessible toilets and step-free access inside. 

Workshop runs for 2 1/2 hours with a break in the middle. All materials plus tea & coffee will be provided.

This free workshop has been made possible by a Culture 26: Made in Halton Aspire Grant, providing accessible and inclusive cultural events to the borough of Halton. (similar workshops provided by Halton Village Silver typically cost approx. £45 per person)

The story and characters you know come to life once more in this 60-minute retelling of Charles Dickens' beloved Christmas classic.

Performances:

Tuesday 15th December - 11am & 1pm (showings for school groups only, please contact education@nortonpriory.org to book)
Wednesday 16th December - 6pm & 7:45pm
Thursday 17th December - 6pm & 7:45pm
Friday 18th December - 6pm & 7:45pm

Celebrate Christmas by candlelight with the Liverpool String Quartet, featuring festive favourites including Corelli’s Christmas Concerto, Tchaikovsky, Walking in the Air, Sleigh Ride and White Christmas, amongst others. A magical and atmospheric evening of beautiful music, carols and much-loved Christmas songs.

Join Mima - the HedgeRose Healer and Cindy and Adrian from Myrriadd Dance as they come together to mark this year's Winter Solstice at this historic site.

Enjoy meditation, reflection and the mindful movements and joyful energy of circle dancing, as we honour all that nature has given us in the months past.

As ever, this is a very special evening event, filled with gratitude for the year gone by and in celebration, as the new solar year is welcomed.