Christmas days out by bus!

There's plenty of festive fun in Swindon for Christmas 2025. Take a look at the days out you can enjoy and how to get there by bus!

Santa Storytime at STEAM

For some Christmas magic, Santa will be stopping by Swindon for a magical visit to the STEAM Museum. Two days of amazing Christmas fun await those in attendance with Father Christmas himself telling one of his best Xmas stories. Children will enjoy a festive story, plus a wrapped gift in the Museum’s specially staged, Hawksworth Hall.

Father Christmas will be visiting STEAM on Saturday 6th - Sunday 7th December. Book your tickets HERE!

Christmas Experience at Swindon Designer Outlet

Discover the Magic of Christmas! Experience the wonder of the season with Swindon Designer Outlet, where festive storytelling, imagination, and the joy of Santa come together to create unforgettable family moments. 

Families will be drawn into a magical Christmas adventure, join Santa for heartwarming storytime sessions filled with enchantment and laughter, and keep an eye out as he and his helper roam the outlet spreading Christmas cheer. 

From immersive adventures to cosy tales and spontaneous festive fun, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the most magical time of the year.

All Christmas Experience details HERE!

Ice Skating at Swindon Link Centre

Come and experience Holiday magic this December! Glide on the ice surrounded by beautiful lights and uplifting music - it's the perfect winter activity for families and friends of all ages, no matter how well you skate. Skate and dance to your favourite songs and holiday tunes under twinkling lights.

Find out more and book your ice skating tickets HERE!

A Country House Christmas at Lydiard House Museum

Step back in time and experience the decorated halls at Lydiard House Museum for the festive season.

The elegant State Rooms of the Grade I listed house will be adorned with traditional Christmas foliage, a beautiful Christmas tree decorated with handmade decorations and a traditional kissing ball.

Decorations include foliage and incredible arrangements produced by the Royal Wootton Bassett Flower Club which add splendour and festivity to the mantle-pieces and doorways throughout the house.

A Country House Christmas runs from Wednesday, 3 December to Sunday, 21 December. 

Find out more and book tickets HERE!

Get to the Christmas magic by bus!

You can plan all your festive journeys, track your bus in live time and buy your tickets over on our Swindon Bus app.

And, don't forget, all single fares at capped at just £3.