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Christmas at Berrington Hall

The dining room at Berrington Hall decorated for a truly Georgian Christmas with a huge Christmas Tree covered in twinkling lights and cut crystal glassware on the table.
Chtistmas dining, Georgian style at Berrington Hall | © Nina Leonard

Step into a world of Georgian elegance, where candlelit rooms, refined interiors and seasonal greenery set the scene for a celebration steeped in tradition.

Christmas in the mansion  

22 November – 4 January: Opening hours vary, see homepage for details.

We invite you to celebrate Christmas in true 18th-century style at Berrington Hall. Wander through the house as it glows with festive charm and experience the warmth, refinement and rituals of a Georgian country Christmas. Discover traditional decorations, atmospheric lighting, fireplaces filled with dried flowers, magnificent Christmas trees and a unique 'below stairs' experience.

The Georgian Christmas stocking trail

22 November - 4 January: Opening hours vary, see event listing for details.

Begin your festive adventure by picking up a stocking at the welcome desk, then follow a creative trail through the house and gardens. Along the way, make handcrafted decorations inspired by Georgian traditions—perfect keepsakes to fill your stocking and remember a day of Christmas cheer.

Trails cost £3 including a prize, normal admission applies.

family in a carriage being pulled by grey horses along the drive with the parkland in the background
Horse and carriage rides at Berrington Hall | © National Trust Images / Eleanor Dobson

Horse and Carriage rides

This Christmas enjoy a ride around this Georgian landscape taking in the house and gardens in Capability Brown’s final landscape. £5 per person.

Book your ticket on arrival at Visitor Reception.

Wreath making workshops

Join a festive wreath-making workshop at Berrington Hall and create your own seasonal masterpiece using natural greenery gathered from the gardens and parkland. Guided by the Senior Gardner, you’ll craft a beautiful decoration to take home—inspired by the elegant surrounding of Berrington Hall.

Christmas and winter walks  

Take a festive stroll through the elegant gardens and sweeping parkland at Berrington Hall. Whether you're exploring tree-lined paths or admiring the seasonal gardens, the landscape offers a peaceful escape and a chance to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors during the Christmas season.

Warm up at the tearoom 

Once you’ve explored the outdoors head to the Old Servants’ Hall tearoom for warming drinks and  festive treats throughout the Christmas period.  

The whole of Berrington will be closed on 24, 25, and 26 December  

Berrington Hall, Herefordshire, is in shadow in the foreground, while a visitor walks along the drive away from the house.

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Find out when Berrington Hall is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.

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