Christmas

Father Christmas will be setting up his grotto at places we look after this festive season. Come along to meet Santa and his elves in their grotto and share your Christmas wishes.

See our houses and gardens illuminated with twinkling lights for the festive season. Wrap up warm and take a seasonal stroll through the magical winter light displays.

See our houses decorated for Christmas, go on a winter wonderland walk or eat mince pies at our winter markets near you this Christmas.

Fancy spending Christmas in a snug, country hideaway complete with a crackling log fire? How about seeing in the New Year in a historic manor house? Book a winter break in one of our cosy holiday cottages and make this Christmas and New Year extra special.

Give someone you love a whole year's worth of discovery, with National Trust gift membership. It's the perfect Christmas present for someone who needs spoiling.

Designed exclusively for the National Trust, our striking collection of Christmas cards are the perfect way to wish family and friends a Happy Christmas.

Our delicious festive recipes will go down a storm at your Christmas party or Christmas lunch. From appetisers and sides to mouth-watering puddings, here are ten recipes to inspire you.

From paper chains and pine cones to scented orange slices, keep little fingers busy and learn how to make traditional decorations for a greener Christmas.

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