Christmas at Ickworth
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Rejoice in the festivities by stepping back for the social highlight of the season with a lavish experience at the theatre. Be inspired by Georgian traditions and their love for a festive get together. Put on your finery and join us for an experience full of joy and splendour.
Christmas 2023 has now finished at Ickworth Estate
Thank you to everyone who visited us during Christmas 2023. Please come back later in the year for details about Christmas 2024.
Staged Splendour
Saturday 2 December - Tuesday 2 January*, 11am - 3pm | Free*
Come together and join us as we step back into a period of Georgian Staged Splendour as the Rotunda is set for a lavish experience at the theatre. Revel in the glorious indulgence of festivities that await you from lavish dining to theatrical staging throughout.
Visit Ickworth from Saturday 2 December to Tuesday 2 January to experience an estate completely transformed by the Georgians most popular festive traditions. From the Age of the Theatre to Masquerade Balls, we will be celebrating the outrageous, excessive and, at times, garish nature of the Georgians celebrations.
Step into the Rotunda for a lavish experience at the theatre and revel in the glorious indulgence of the Christmas festivities that await you, from an extravagant dining set to immersive theatrical staging throughout. Be inspired by Georgian traditions and their love for a festive get together!
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Christmas Crafts
Saturday 2 December to Tuesday 2 January*, 10am - 3pm | Suggested donation £3
Get crafty this Christmas and head to the West Wing Gallery to take part in making your very own masquerade masks and theatre glasses to accompany your visit.
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Festive Outdoor Family Trail
Saturday 2 December to Tuesday 2 January*, 10am - 4pm |Free*
Explore the great outdoors this winter with our family trail finding Georgian animals nestled into our woodland.
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*Normal admission charges apply, free for National Trust members. *Ickworth Estate is closed 24 - 25 December.
Tasty treats and Christmas shopping
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Family activities at Ickworth
There are loads of different family activities designed to help you explore and discover the Ickworth estate this Summer. However you choose to spend your day with us, your adventure starts here.
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Explore the parkland at Ickworth
Explore the parkland at Ickworth, encircled with layers of history, landscape and classic architecture. Enjoy space, freedom and inspiring views as you wander at your leisure.
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Cycling at Ickworth Estate
Find out more about cycling at Ickworth, including the cycle hire hub available in the car park. Pack a picnic and start your adventure.
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Explore the house at Ickworth
Discover the house and the treasures collected by the flamboyant 4th Earl of Bristol at Ickworth, a magnificent Italianate palace in the heart of Suffolk.