About Lymm Dickensian

Lymm Dickensian has celebrated community spirit and festive fun for over 40 magical years.

Started in 1985 by the late Monica Spence, Lymm Dickensian is organised and run by a small group of dedicated and hard-working volunteers, with support from the local council and traders.

The Victorian festival attracts thousands of visitors to the village, who come for the warm and friendly atmosphere, along with a great variety of stalls and entertainment which continues to grow year after year.

The festival is supported financially by Lymm Parish Council. Other supporters include local traders, schools, societies, without whom it would not be possible to hold the event. We would like to thank them for their continued support.

Lymm Dickensian Festival 2026

This year the Lymm Dickensian Christmas Festival will take place on Saturday, 12th December 2026. Beginning at 10am with a selection of stalls and entertainment which take place throughout the village.

At 1:30pm the Santa Dash will lead off the Grand Parade, followed by a colourful procession through the village centre featuring local school children, Morris dancers, vintage vehicles, and many other participants, all accompanied by a lively festive band.A variety of entertainers will also be performing throughout the day at various locations around the village, ensuring that there is plenty to enjoy for all ages. We always encourage stall holders, volunteers, and visitors to embrace the spirit of the event by dressing in Dickensian or Victorian attire. This year, we are inviting anyone who has dressed up to walk in the parade. Simply gather at the parade start point near Brookfield Surgery and Lymm United Reform Church on Brookfield Road at 1:15pm ready for the 1:30pm start.Later in the day, an illuminated flotilla of barges will sail along the Bridgewater Canal (weather permitting), along with a festive-themed tractor run, providing a spectacular finale to the day.