Things to Do Near Nottingham This December (2026)
By Vantom Village · Updated
At Vantom Village in Calverton, about 8 miles from Nottingham city centre, December brings Christmas Party Nights, festive workshops (watercolour, glass fusion, Paint & Sip), Christmas Cars & Coffee on 6 December, the Winter Exhibition, lakeside walks and Italian dining at Merchant of Venice.
Creative and festive workshops
- Acrylic Landscape Workshop – Wed 2 December, 10am–12:30pm
- Watercolour: Cat or Dog in a Christmas Hat – 1, 8 and 15 December
- Festive Glass Fusion Workshop – 11 December
- Paint & Sip – 12 December
Evenings out
Christmas Party Night on 5 December (£39pp) and the run of festive dining at Merchant of Venice, open Tuesday to Sunday (closed Christmas Day).
Cars, art and walks
Christmas Cars & Coffee on Sunday 6 December at 11am; the Winter Exhibition in the galleries; and a winter walk around the lake, the arched bridge and the Artisan’s Walk (woodland walks 10am–4pm).
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Frequently asked questions
Is there free parking?
Yes – free on-premise parking.
Is it open on Mondays?
The village and art centre are open Tuesday to Sunday; Merchant of Venice is closed on Mondays.
Plan your visit
Address: Patchings Art Centre, Oxton Road, Calverton, Nottingham, NG14 6NU
Open: Tuesday to Sunday, 8:30am – 4:30pm (temporary times)
Phone: 0115 965 3479
Getting here: By rail, Lowdham station (Nottingham–Lincoln line) is a few miles from the village; onward travel is by taxi or local bus. Please check current train, bus and taxi options before you travel.