Christmas

Christmas 2021 may be over but there are still plenty of things to see and do at the places in our care this winter

Latest visiting update

Our gardens, parks, cafés, shops, countryside locations and many houses are open. You no longer need to pre-book at many places. Some still require booking ahead, so please check the property webpage before you travel.

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Christmas lights and winter illuminations

Some of the winter illuminations at the places in our care continue into the new year. See your favourite places transformed with colours and illuminations when you step into a winter wonderland at a light display near you.

Plan a festive visit after dark

Children looking at Percy the Park Keeper and friends picture board — Can you help Percy and friends on a winter trail?

Explore Percy the Park Keeper's winter wander trails

Percy the Park Keeper needs your help this winter. Join Percy and his animal friends on a fun family activity trail at many of the places in our care this January and February and give nature a helping hand.

Go on Percy the Park Keeper's winter wander

A bridge with columns follows a path leading up a hill to a darker looking triangular shaped monument.

Our top winter gardens

Winter is a beautiful time of the year, and we've plenty of frosty gardens for you to explore. Enjoy bright pops of colour from berries and flowers, or find textured grasses and frosted seed heads.

Family enjoying a winter walk with their dog, in the grounds at Trelissick, Cornwall

Winter walks to stretch your legs

Head outside and enjoy the winter countryside with one of these great walks. The list includes blustery coastal walks, countryside strolls, guided walks with our rangers and volunteers, plus wildlife spotting trails.

Festive plants

Five things you never knew about holly

From pagan roots to glittering decorations, discover the myths, magic and history of holly, one of the UK's favourite festive plants.

Mistletoe is traditionally harvested in early December, these freshly cut branches are from the orchard at Cotehele in Cornwall.

Merry berry: magical mistletoe

From ancient fertility symbol to key habitat for rare moths, there's more to mistletoe than traditional Christmas kisses.