Christmas

We'll be back soon in 2018 with news of this year's Christmas celebrations, festive events, ideas for seasonal days out and plans for enjoying historic traditions at the special places we care for

A branch of holly with berries
A Christmas pudding

Christmas recipes for you to try 

Delicious festive fayre is always a fixture of the Christmas Day dinner table. Find classic recipes from the past and try our versions of modern favourites with top Christmas recipes.

Make it festive
Visitors make paper chains near the Christmas tree at Attingham Park

Christmas crafts how-to guides 

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.

Get crafting for Christmas

Winter inspiration

View of The George Inn in West Street in Lacock Village, Wiltshire

Our favourite pub walks 

We own over 35 characterful and historic pubs and inns, many of which – as well as offering a warm welcome, lip-smacking ales and delicious local food – have great walking opportunities nearby.

Visitors walk in Stowe in winter

Our best winter walks 

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.

Sika deer at Knole

Winter wildlife walks 

Get some tips on wildlife to look out for during the winter months. There are gentle strolls and some more demanding walks in this list of wildlife trails.