Okehampton Edwardian Evening

Okehampton Edwardian Evening Annual Edwardian Evening set in Okehampton and held on the first Thursday of December.

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Tonight is the night. Edwardian Evening is here! 🎅 🎄 🎁 ✨If you are planning your visit, here is everything happening acr...
04/12/2025

Tonight is the night. Edwardian Evening is here! 🎅 🎄 🎁 ✨

If you are planning your visit, here is everything happening across town from late afternoon into the evening.

From 4.30
Santa arrives at The Museum of Dartmoor Life. Children can enjoy crafting, write their own letter and soak up the festive magic. Book in early to get a slot.

From 5.00
Late Night Shopping begins, with stalls and refreshments across the town centre. A great chance to browse, pick up gifts and stay warm between the entertainment.

6.00
The lights switch on, followed by the Mayor’s Carols service. Hosted by Rob Pudner.

6.30 to 7.00
WREN Music folk band bring seasonal sounds to the high street.

7.00 to 7.30
Okehampton Community Choir perform in Red Lion Yard.

7.30 to 8.00
Tim Sutton Choral Society take to the stage.

8.00
Christmas Hamper Raffle Draw at the Charter Hall.

Street Performers throughout the evening
6.00 to 7.00 Vicky Long Lady, stilt walker, in Fore Street and Red Lion Yard
6.00 to 8.00 Jack Sterling, close-up street magic in the Arcade and Red Lion Yard
7.15 to 8.30 Circus performer roaming High Street and Red Lion Yard

Wrap up warm, take your time, explore the precincts and arcades, and enjoy the atmosphere. It is a wonderful night to meet friends, discover something new and support your local high street.

Thank you to all our volunteers Okehampton Round Table Okehampton College Okehampton Excelsior Silver Band

And suppliers,

Artisan Electrical designpitch

for helping us make it happen this year!

Make it magical this Christmas.
Thursday 4 December
Lights on at 6 pm
Festivities from 5 pm

Follow our page: https://www.facebook.com/EdwardianEvening/



1 day to go… and here is your final teaser.We are almost ready for Edwardian Evening 2025, and this photograph is a litt...
03/12/2025

1 day to go… and here is your final teaser.

We are almost ready for Edwardian Evening 2025, and this photograph is a little clue for tomorrow. Do you recognise this spot in town?

Look closely at the arch, the detailing and the reflections. It is a place many of us pass every week without noticing. If you know it, tell us in the comments and see who else gets it right.

Whether you dress up or simply dress warm, the Okehampton community looks forward to welcoming you.

Join us on Thursday, 4 December
Lights on at 6 pm
Festivities from 5 pm

Follow our page https://www.facebook.com/EdwardianEvening/


03/12/2025

How are you getting to the event tomorrow? 🛍️🎄˚˖𓍢ִ໋✧

2 sleeps to go. A few practical tips before you head out:✨ Dress warmIt’s looking like 5°C, so layer up. A raincoat is a...
02/12/2025

2 sleeps to go. A few practical tips before you head out:

✨ Dress warm
It’s looking like 5°C, so layer up. A raincoat is a good idea too, just in case.

✨ Stay warm while you wander
Pop into our independent shops between the entertainment, enjoy a browse, and warm up while supporting local at the same time.
There are also welcoming pubs and clean, central public toilets available throughout the evening.

✨ Bring a little change
You’ll see some brilliant charities out on the night; every bit of support helps.

✨ Want to dress up?
Edwardian outfits add a lovely touch, but they’re completely optional.
If you’d rather keep it simple, bring some festive lights or glow sticks; they add to the magic and help you stay visible.

✨ Come hungry
Street food, warm treats and seasonal drinks will be waiting for you.

✨ Don’t forget a bag for life
Perfect for filling with local goodies.

Getting here

🚆 By train
Heading to Santa’s Grotto? Aim for the 15:37 from Exeter St David’s.
Last train home is 22:19. Allow for the hill back up Station road.

🚗 By car
• Simmons Park Car Park; free from 12 noon
Last train home is 22:19. Allow for the hill back up Station Road. December.

🚌 By bus
Check timetables for Stagecoach 6A, 317 and 6B.

We can’t wait to welcome you on Thursday; wrap up warm, bring the festive spirit, and enjoy the evening.

What’s your top tip for making the most of Edwardian Evening? Share it below; we’d love to hear from you.

Make it magical this Christmas.

Join us on Thursday, 4 December
Lights on at 6 pm
Festivities from 5 pm

Follow our page https://www.facebook.com/EdwardianEvening/

If you’ve ever wondered what Edwardian Evening feels like, here’s a preview for 2025…As the daylight fades, the town beg...
02/12/2025

If you’ve ever wondered what Edwardian Evening feels like, here’s a preview for 2025…

As the daylight fades, the town begins to glow. From 4:30pm, the The Museum of Dartmoor Life opens its doors to little ones ready to get in line to meet Santa in his cosy grotto; the perfect gentle start before the streets fill with music, laughter and light.

By 6pm, the crowd gathers on Fore Street. From the Okehampton Round Table sleigh, the town Mayor leads the choir in a short service, voices rising just as the Christmas lights burst into life above the high street. It’s the moment everyone leans into: the collective ahh that marks the real start of the festive season.

You might wander into the Victorian Arcade and spot close-up street magician Jack Sterling, who'll be popping up around the town throughout the evening. Turn a corner, and you’ll hear WREN Music filling the air (6:30–7pm), followed later by the beautiful harmonies of Tim Sutton’s Choral Society (7:30–8pm), echoing down the high street.

From 6-7pm, look up; way up, and you’ll see Vicky Long Lady on stilts, drifting between Fore Street and Red Lion Yard as a character stepped out of a storybook.

And as the night deepens, a circus performer brings energy and colour between the High Street and Red Lion Yard (7:15–8:30), drawing audiences wherever they go.

Down in Red Lion Yard, the atmosphere shifts into something warm and communal. The area glows red for the evening, and the Okehampton Community Choir (7–7:30) fills the courtyard with familiar winter melodies. It’s a perfect spot to pause; with places to perch, eat, chat and soak up the magic.

Guiding you through it all is local legend Rob Pudner, bringing his signature spark as MC for the night.

And because no festive night is complete without something delicious, you’ll find the streets lined with comforting favourites: hog roast, crepes, fries, hot chestnuts, mulled wine, soup and cakes; everything you need to keep hands warm and spirits high.

This is Edwardian Evening: a night of music, surprises and shared moments around every corner.

Share with friends and make an evening of it.
Make it magical this Christmas.

Join us on Thursday, 4 December
Lights on at 6 pm
Festivities from 5 pm

Follow our page https://www.facebook.com/EdwardianEvening/

Okehampton Round Table

01/12/2025

Red Lion Yard has always been a place where people come together, and on Edwardian Evening, it becomes one of the brightest, sheltered areas of Okehampton.

Once a stable yard for the old Red Lion Hotel, this small historic space has grown into a lively shopping precinct. Today it’s home to retail shops, co-ops, local businesses, the market, the cinema and places to grab something tasty; all set within a pedestrian-friendly granite-laden yard between the two Ockment rivers.

On Edwardian Evening, the whole area will glow with distinct red lighting, festoons and a beautiful Christmas Tree. It’s the perfect spot to stop for a moment too, with plenty of places to perch, rest, chat, enjoy a hot treat, and take in the atmosphere before heading back into the high street festivities.

Watch the feature video to see why Red Lion Yard is the ideal place to begin your festive feeling… and how the past and present meet in one historic, cosy corner of town.


29/11/2025

Looking to sell Christmas stock?

Limited spaces for Thursday 🎄
so book in now

27/11/2025

The Victorian Arcade has welcomed generations into the heart of Okehampton, and it’s still the gateway to our independent high street today.

Walk through, and you’ll find more than places to shop or eat. People wandering, meeting friends, grabbing a warm drink, and enjoying the atmosphere together.

You’ll spot window displays you haven’t seen before, hear friendly chatter spilling out onto the street, maybe grab a port from a local owner or notice those small touches that only local indy businesses create. It’s the kind of place where you discover something you didn’t know you needed, and feel part of the town while you do.

Okehampton’s Victorian and Edwardian heritage is all around you, in the architecture, the stories, and the way the town is built around the two rivers, which has always brought people together.

Watch today’s feature video to see how the past and present meet… and why this is the perfect place to start your festive feeling.

Share with friends and make an evening of it.

Make it magical this Christmas.

Join us on Thursday, 4 December
Lights on at 6 pm
Festivities from 5 pm

Follow our page https://www.facebook.com/EdwardianEvening/


Thank you, Okehampton Times, for plugging Edwardian Night 2025; on behalf of all the town 🎤🌃🎄🛍️
27/11/2025

Thank you, Okehampton Times, for plugging Edwardian Night 2025; on behalf of all the town 🎤🌃🎄🛍️

8 days left till our lights switch on 📆 and Edwardian Evening starts 🛍️ 👀…
26/11/2025

8 days left till our lights switch on 📆 and Edwardian Evening starts 🛍️ 👀…

Getting to Okehampton for Edwardian Evening couldn’t be easier, and everyone’s welcome.Whether you’re arriving by train,...
26/11/2025

Getting to Okehampton for Edwardian Evening couldn’t be easier, and everyone’s welcome.

Whether you’re arriving by train, car, or on foot, the town is set up to help you get straight into the festive fun.

🚗 Car parks:
You’ll find plenty of parking close to the centre, with clear routes that guide you right into town. Remember the town centre road closes from 4pm.

🚶 Step-free access:
Okehampton is full of level paths and accessible walkways, making it easy for wheelchair users, pushchairs, and anyone who prefers a gentler route.

📍 Where to arrive:
You can head towards the High Street area and follow the noise; everything from shops to food spots to the main activities is just a short walk away.

We want everyone to feel comfortable, included, and part of the celebration.

Join us, explore at your own pace, and step into the start of the festive season together.

View the town map: https://visitokehampton.co.uk/town-map/

Address

Unit 28
Okehampton
EX201BG

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