NEWS: Shop local this Christmas and discover festive fun across The Malverns

Festive markets, Christmas light switch-ons, pantomimes, seasonal celebrations and a host of family-friendly activities will bring festive cheer to The Malverns. 

Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a packed programme of Christmas events and local shopping opportunities across Great Malvern, Upton upon Severn, Tenbury Wells and surrounding areas. 

People are also being encouraged to take the Shop Local Challenge and make a pledge to support the fantastic independent businesses on their doorstep this Christmas. 

Shoppers can take part in a festive social media competition for the chance to win a spectacular hamper packed with local gifts and experiences. 

To enter, people need to simply take a photo of themselves shopping at a local business, share it on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok and tag @visitthemalverns.  

Entrants are encouraged to share their festive shopping adventures at as many local businesses as possible. 

There is plenty to look forward to throughout November and December, with festive events taking place across the district, including: 

Great Malvern and surrounding areas 

• 20 November to 31 December – Winter Glow at Three Counties 

• 21 November – Great Malvern Christmas Light Switch-On 

• 27 November – Malvern Link Christmas Festivities, including the Light Switch-On 

• 28 November – Great Malvern Christmas Market 

• 10 December to 3 January – Aladdin pantomime at Malvern Theatres 

• 16 to 19 December – A Christmas Carol by Malvern Theatre Players at the Coach House Theatre 

• 26 November - late night shopping  

Upton upon Severn 

• 27 November – Upton Christmas Light Switch-On 

• 27 November – Upton Extravaganza at the Memorial Hall 

• 28 November – Christmas at the Museum 

Tenbury Wells 

• 14 November – Write Your Letter to Santa 

• 21 November – Tenbury Wells Christmas Light Switch-On and Golden Ticket announcement 

• 21 November – Rock for Heroes: The Ultimate Rock Experience Christmas Anthems 

• 5 December – Tenbury Mistletoe Festival, Santa Parade and Smarty Pants Indoor Market 

• 5 December – Tenbury Town Band Christmas Concert at Tenbury High Ormiston Academy 

• 11 to 31 December – Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime 

• 19 December – Christmas Charity Tractor Road Run 

Cllr Daniel Walton, Portfolio Holder for Economy and Tourism at Malvern Hills District Council, said: "It is wonderful to see so much festive fun happening across the district this year. Shopping locally helps keep town centres vibrant and supports the independent businesses that make The Malverns such a great place to live, work and visit". 

People can visit www.visitthemalverns.org/christmas for more information.