Great value travel by bus

Exeter is set to come alive this festive season. In Exeter, shoppers can get to the centre for their Christmas events via the city’s park and ride service. With three available at Honiton Road, Sowton and Matford. All are clearly signposted and operate 6 days a week. Honiton Road also operates on Sundays, find out more here. Plus our extensive network of local buses connect the city frequently, view details here. 

Here's your Exeter Christmas bucket list by bus;

1. Santa Sundays in Princesshay until 21 Dec, starting 30 Nov
2. Library Lates, Exeter Central Library 5 Dec
3. Magdalen Road Christmas Fair 6 Dec
4. Club Preloved Christmas Fair, Hotel Indigo 7 Dec
5. Exeter Santa Run, City Centre 7 Dec
6. Sacred Winter Fayre, Sacred Grounds 11 Dec
7. Night at the Museum – Winter Wonders, RAMM 11 Dec
8. The Grinch Visits, Guildhall Shopping Centre 13 Dec
9. The Exeter Nativity, Exeter Cathedral 14 Dec
10. Santa & Mrs Claus Storytelling, Guildhall Shopping Centre 20 Dec

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Plymouth

Plymouth is about to sparkle. From twinkling lights to festive trails, Christmas celebrations begin to light up the city this month. Getting to festive events in Plymouth is so easy by bus, see all services connecting the city centre here. Here are a few dates to mark:

1. Zooluminate at Dartmoor Zoo 12 Dec
2. Experience the Magic at Pennywell this Christmas with “North-Pole” visit at Pennywell Wildlife Park from 21 Nov to 24 Dec.
3. Learn festive calligraphy in Colebrook on 27 Nov 2025, and again on 11 Dec.
4. Yule Wreath Making Workshops at The Box museum from 27–29 Nov.
5. Plymouth Christmas Market with about 60 chalets running 27 Nov to 21 Dec.
6. Christmas Fayre at Woolwell with Santa and a kids’ elf workshop 29 Nov.
7. Christmas at Buckland Abbey, a magical forest experience at Buckland Abbey from 29 Nov 2025 to 4 Jan 2026.
8. The Naughty Elf Hunt, a city-centre elf scavenger hunt around Plymouth from 13 Nov 2025 to 5 Jan 2026.
9. Festive Afternoon Tea at Boringdon Hall, running 15 Nov 2025 to 3 Jan2026.
10. Plymouth Winter Wonderland including an ice rink and festive stalls, from 21 Nov 2025 to 4 Jan 2026.

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From twinkling grottos to festive farms, we’ve got the only list you need, travel by bus and soak up the festive magic in Torbay with buses connecting Torquay and nearby areas, providing convenient stops to see the lights on the seafront.

1. Bay of Lights Illumination Trail free, 1.5-mile illuminated trail along Torquay seafront 28 Nov 2025 to 2 Jan
2. Ice Rink at Abbey Park under a lit canopy in Abbey Park 6 Dec 2025 to 2 Jan
3. Christmas Market at Torre Abbey 28 Nov 2025 to 21 Dec
4. Winter Fest in the Barn, Torre Abbey 28 Nov 2025 to 30 Nov.
5. Train of Lights Paignton decorated with thousands of lights travelling along the English Riviera 29 Nov 2025 to 30 Dec
6. Torre Abbey Christmas Shopping & Food Bars 28 Nov to 21 Dec
7. Bay of Lights Sound & Music Displays 28 Nov 2025 to 2 Jan 2026
8. Alive with Light historical Projection at Torre Abbey 28 Nov 2025 to 2 Jan 2026
9. Ice-Skating Parent & Toddler Sessions at the Abbey Park ice rink. On Fridays 28 Nov 2025 to 2 Jan 2026

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From Christmas markets and seasonal treats to coastal lights and carols, North Devon is ready to welcome you by bus to the magic of Christmas! In North Devon you can hop on board a number of bus routes which will take you to Barnstaple town centre to enjoy a night out with friends and family. Here is your snapshot of festive events to put on your North Devon Christmas bucket list;

1. RHS Glow Illuminations at Rosemoor, a magical light-trail in the gardens with soundscapes and seasonal installations 21 Nov to 30 Dec
2. Christmas Market at The Big Sheep festive craft and food market. Saturdays on 6 Dec, 13 Dec, and 20 Dec
3. Magic of Christmas at the Milky Way with festive rides, Santa’s grotto, and a winter wonderland on multiple dates in December.
4. Affinity Christmas Market traditional Christmas market at Bideford’s Affinity Devon Outlet 16–17 Nov.
5. Lynton & Lynmouth Christmas Weekend three days of festive fun, lights, community entertainment, and Christmas markets 28–30 Nov.
6. Combe Christmas Market in Ilfracombe with festive stalls and local crafts 29 Nov
7. Ilfracombe Christmas Market Festive market down the historic high street with mulled wine and gift stalls 28 Nov 2025
8. Free Ice Rink at Affinity Devon free to use during this period 11 Dec to 21 Dec
9. Snow Globe Experience at Affinity Devon giant indoor snow globe where families can take festive photos 6 Dec 2025.
10. Meet Santa at The Big Sheep as part of the Christmas Market, children can meet Father Christmas throughout December.

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