Christmas at Cragside

A young girl admiring the decorations in the House — Enjoy a day out with the whole family at Cragside

Make memories this December and enjoy a festive day out with all the family. The House has decked the halls and trimmed the trees, you can join Percy the Park Keeper on some winter adventures and discover a new corner of Cragside on a winter walk in the woods.

The Cragside Christmas tree trimmed for Christmas and a presentation of dinner in the Dining Room at the House. — We've decked the halls and trimmed the trees at the House.

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How the Victorians made Christmas

This December the House presents how the Victorians made Christmas. The Armstrongs lived in an age of innovation, and the celebration of Christmas was no exception. Decking the halls, trimming the trees, giving wrapped presents to loved ones, and singing carols were all made fashionable by the Victorians. As you journey through the House, experience the ground floor rooms dressed to impress, each inspired by a joyful Christmas song.

Ground floor only. Dates vary during December.

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Visiting with the kids

Percy the Park Keeper's winter wander trail at Cragside

We're inviting you to embark on Percy the Park Keeper's winter wander trail at Cragside. Join in the fun with Percy and his animal friends and give nature a helping hand.

A girl climbing the spiders-web climbing equipment

Cragside family fun

Pull on your wellies and wooly hats and join us for a day of exploring at Cragside with the kids. There's lots to climb on at the newly extended play area. Take the kids on an adventure through the labyrinth to discover the wizard and Nelly's Den and get closer to nature using the 50 things list.

Walking and wildlife

Explore Cragside on a winter walk

Blow off the cobwebs this winter and enjoy a refreshing walk at Cragside. Feel the cool winter air on your cheeks as you wander along the paths between towering trees and along the banks of sparkling frost-covered lakes. Discover somewhere new on a waymarked walk. Choose where to go next at the Explore Cragside room at the visitor centre.

Winter wildlife at Cragside

As the leaves have fallen from the trees and the shrubs are bare for the winter, now is a great time to spot some of the resident wildlife on the estate. Keep a look out for red squirrels, roe deer and the migrating whooper swans on your visit this season. What will you spot on your next visit?

Shopping at eating

A visitor browsing the shelves in the shop

Christmas shopping

If you're looking for a special Christmas gift for a loved one, or souvenir to take home for yourself, make sure you stop by the shop at the visitor centre. The shelves are filled with cosy blankets, luxurious scarves, sweet smelling candles, jewellery, home accessories, festive treats, toys and games for the kids, and books for all ages. The team are on hand to help you find the perfect gift too.

Break up your exploring with a bite at the tea rooms

When you've finished exploring, stop by the tea rooms for a festive treat throughout December. Warm up with a tasty hot drink. Give your coffee a twist with a splash of gingerbread, hazelnut or cinnamon syrup. Enjoy a taste of Christmas with a hot turkey sandwich and plenty of gravy or indulge in a Christmas Afternoon Tea to share with friends and family.