Carbis Bay Estate is bringing a little extra Christmas magic to the Cornish coast this year with the launch of their new Christmas on The Promenade, a festive celebration that will see its beautiful beachfront transformed into a magical advent escape!
Visitors can pop down to the promenade throughout the festive season to warm themselves on the firepit, toast marshmallows and warm up with a mulled cider ( or glass of champagne!) Inside the winter tipi guests can enjoy some festive food, enjoy live music, all with the backdrop of Carbis’s Christmas tree, twinkling lights and the beautiful blue flag beach.
The estate will also be hosting a programme of seasonal crafting workshops. Pop into the Deli Café Winter Wreath Pantry, where visitors can find everything they need to create their own beautiful seasonal wreath, while the much-loved Christmas Grotto returns during the first two weekends of December, giving little ones the chance to meet Father Christmas and his jolly elves.
The crafting programme begins on Saturday 28 November (3pm–5pm) with a Winter Candle-Making Workshop in the festive Deli, in collaboration with Bryluen Botanicals. Guests will create their own festive candle using pure essential oils ready to light to celebrate advent.
On Saturday 5 December (3pm–5pm), award-winning florist Anna Sawle will lead a Winter Wreath-Making Workshop, sharing her expertise and helping guests create a beautiful wreath to take home. All materials are provided, with a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie included.
Festive pups are also welcomed to the estate for along the Charity Dog Show on Carbis Bay Beach on Sunday 6 December (10.30am–12 noon). Hosted in partnership with Cornwall's Rewind Radio, the festive event will raise funds for the Estate's charity partner, Cornwall Air Ambulance. Classes include ‘Best Sausage Catcher’, ‘Best Rescue, ‘Best Festive Dress’ and the classic ‘Best Waggy Tail’!
Also on Sunday 6 December (3pm–5pm), a Christmas Bauble Painting Workshop will offer the chance to get creative and decorate ceramic baubles to hang at home, with a welcome drink and mince pie included.
The following weekend brings more opportunities to get into the festive spirit. On Saturday 12 December (3pm–5pm), guests can head to Walter's on The Beach for a Christmas Cocktail-Making Workshop, where the Estate's mixologists will share how to make two cocktails, sharing tips and techniques to recreate at home.
Rounding off the workshop programme, Sunday 13 December (3pm–5pm) sees local calligrapher Lyndsey from Wild Sea Calligraphy lead a Christmas Calligraphy Workshop, introducing guests to the art of modern calligraphy and adding a personal, handmade touch to festive celebrations.
Throughout December, Christmas on The Promenade will also support Cornwall Air Ambulance, raising vital funds for the charity and the incredible work it carries out across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
For further information, workshop bookings and details of Christmas on The Promenade, visit www.carbisbayhotel.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-on-the-promenade or call Carbis Bay Estate on 01736 795311.
ENDS
About The Carbis Bay Collection
The Carbis Bay Collection encompasses the luxury Carbis Bay Hotel, featuring 35 individually designed rooms, alongside beach lodges, beach suites, self-catering cottages, and serviced apartments. All are set within the Estate’s privately owned 25-acre Blue Flag beach and complemented by Play the Game a 28.15-metre Sunseeker motor yacht, moored in Marina Ibiza.
Guests can enjoy the award-winning C Bay Spa, offering coastal-inspired treatments including a range from Bamford, as well as a choice of dining destinations, including Walter’s on the Beach, The Beach Club, The Orangery, The Deli and Tom Seller’s ‘MOR’.
Nearby, the Collection also owns The Gannet, known for locally sourced, seasonal dining. For a unique experience, the PODs St Ives provide luxury glamping with all the comforts of a world-class destination. The latest addition, The Basset Arms in Portreath, opened its doors in summer 2025.
