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<p><a href="https://www.ruxley-manor.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ruxley Manor</a> is far more than a garden centre &#8211; it makes a day trip destination, when you want something crowd-free and on the manageable size. Plus, being known for its award-winning garden centre, restaurants, and family-friendly events, Ruxley truly comes alive at Christmas. </p>



<p>Each year, it transforms into a twinkling winter wonderland filled with music, laughter, and festive magic. Whether you’re gliding across the ice or tucking into seasonal treats, there’s something to make every heart merry and bright.</p>



<p> Here are five unmissable things to do at Ruxley Manor this Christmas 2025&#8230;</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-1-shop-til-you-drop">1. SHOP TIL YOU DROP</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1845" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-christmas-shopping.jpg" alt="Christmas decorations at Ruxley Manor" class="wp-image-119011" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-christmas-shopping.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-christmas-shopping-650x800.jpg 650w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-christmas-shopping-813x1000.jpg 813w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-christmas-shopping-325x400.jpg 325w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-christmas-shopping-768x945.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-christmas-shopping-1249x1536.jpg 1249w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Explore Ruxley Manor’s Winter Food Market and Christmas Shopping Department (<a href="https://www.ruxley-manor.co.uk/shop/products/christmas/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">shop online here</a>!), packed with festive delights, decorations, and the much-loved Lemax Christmas Village display. From trees and ornaments to gifts for every stocking, it boasts well curated seasonal stock and is ideal for soaking up the Christmas atmosphere while you browse those shelves.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-2-festive-food-amp-drink">2. FESTIVE FOOD &amp; DRINK</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1441" height="2560" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-winter-food-market-scaled.jpg" alt="Street food hot dog with toppings" class="wp-image-119009" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-winter-food-market-scaled.jpg 1441w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-winter-food-market-450x800.jpg 450w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-winter-food-market-563x1000.jpg 563w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-winter-food-market-225x400.jpg 225w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-winter-food-market-768x1364.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-winter-food-market-865x1536.jpg 865w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-winter-food-market-1153x2048.jpg 1153w" sizes="(max-width: 1441px) 100vw, 1441px" /></figure>



<p>Indulge in the flavours of the season with Ruxley Manor’s <a href="https://www.ruxley-manor.co.uk/winter-food-market" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Winter Food Market</a>, open every day from <strong>Fri 14 Nov &#8211; Weds 24 Dec</strong>. Tuck into street food, sweet treats, mulled wine, and hot chocolate piled high with cream and marshmallows, all served in a twinkling festive setting. With live music on selected dates (more on that below), it is the perfect place to gather with family and friends, enjoy delicious festive flavours, and get in the Christmas spirit.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-3-ice-rink">3. ICE RINK</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ice-rink-ruxley-manor-kent.jpg" alt="Ice Rink at Ruxley Manor" class="wp-image-119007" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ice-rink-ruxley-manor-kent.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ice-rink-ruxley-manor-kent-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ice-rink-ruxley-manor-kent-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ice-rink-ruxley-manor-kent-400x267.jpg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ice-rink-ruxley-manor-kent-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Back by popular demand, the <a href="https://www.ruxley-manor.co.uk/whats-on/ice-rink" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ice Rink</a> reopens on <strong>Fri 14 Nov til Mon 5 Jan.</strong> This fully covered, real-ice rink offers 45-minute sessions for ages 3+, with music, lights, and plenty of festive fun. Special sessions include: little penguin skates (for young beginners with free adult &amp; skate aid), SEN sessions with reduced lighting and sound, and full rink hire for private parties and events. If skating isn’t your thing, grab a mulled wine on the viewing platform and watch the magic unfold from comfort.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-4-afternoon-tea">4. AFTERNOON TEA</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1500" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-garden-centre.jpg" alt="Ruxley Manor garden pods for afternoon tea" class="wp-image-119061" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-garden-centre.jpg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-garden-centre-800x800.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-garden-centre-1000x1000.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-garden-centre-400x400.jpg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-garden-centre-768x768.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-garden-centre-500x500.jpg 500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/ruxley-manor-garden-centre-1100x1100.jpg 1100w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>For something extra special, book an <a href="https://www.ruxley-manor.co.uk/whats-on/afternoon-tea-at-ruxley" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Exclusive Afternoon Tea</a> in a Private Pod (available til Sun 4 Jan), complete with sandwiches, scones, cakes, and unlimited tea or coffee, all enjoyed in cosy, heated surroundings. Each pod can host up to six guests and will be exclusively yours for 90 minutes. Dietary and children&#8217;s menus available. <a href="https://www.ruxley-manor.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Christmas-Pod-Menu-2025.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">View the menu here</a>.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-5-live-music">5. LIVE MUSIC</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1000" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/Soul-Groove-live-music-at-Ruxley-Manor.jpeg" alt="Soul Groove live music at Ruxley Manor" class="wp-image-119005" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/Soul-Groove-live-music-at-Ruxley-Manor.jpeg 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/Soul-Groove-live-music-at-Ruxley-Manor-800x533.jpeg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/Soul-Groove-live-music-at-Ruxley-Manor-1000x667.jpeg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/Soul-Groove-live-music-at-Ruxley-Manor-400x267.jpeg 400w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/kent/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/11/Soul-Groove-live-music-at-Ruxley-Manor-768x512.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Not your usual offering for a garden centre, there&#8217;s fab <a href="https://www.ruxley-manor.co.uk/winter-food-market" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">live music performances</a> at the Winter Food Market every weekend. From soulful swing and pop classics to rock anthems and festive choirs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Highlights include Abba Authentic, The Rock Choir, Soul Groove, and Christmas Brass. Performances take place Fridays &amp; Saturdays (5- 7pm) and Sundays (1 &#8211; 3pm) – the perfect soundtrack to your festive evening out.</p>



<p><em>Ruxley Manor Garden Centre, Maidstone Road, Sidcup, DA14 5BQ, 020 8300 0084, <a href="mailto:customer.services@ruxley-manor.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">customer.services@ruxley-manor.co.uk</a>, <a href="https://www.ruxley-manor.co.uk/whats-on/john-lawsons-circus" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ruxley-manor.co.uk</a></em></p>



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