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Images show an adult holding a small girl who is reaching towards the Christmas decorations in the house at Killerton
Enjoy a traditional Christmas in the house at Killerton | © National Trust Images/Caroline Irby

Christmas around Devon and Exmoor

The magnificent houses and peaceful gardens around Devon were transformed once more for Christmas 2025.

Top Christmas days out

Christmas at Killerton 

Make Killerton part of your Christmas tradition this year. Wander through the traditionally dressed historic house, enjoy an outdoor adventure on the children's play trail, and be inspired by the creativity of local community groups.

Visitors looking at a Christmas tree at Killerton

Christmas at Castle Drogo 

Get ready for tinsel, paper chains and a kaleidoscope of coloured lights as we turn back the clock for a 1970s Christmas.

Father Christmas is sitting on a chair in a Library the room is dark with candles in the foreground and an old fashioned lamp in the background

Christmas at Buckland Abbey 

Get into the festive spirit at Buckland with seasonal shopping, treats, music and a beautiful 1950s-inspired display in the Great Barn and Abbey.

A magical winter woodland in the Great Barn at Buckland Abbey

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Two women laugh as a dog licks the cream from one of their hot chocolates under Saltram's Christmas tepee

Christmas at Knightshayes 2025 

Christmas is a magical time at Knightshayes. Soak in the festive atmosphere as you explore the ground floor of the house and formal garden.

Festive dining table with cone-shaped napkins, crystal glasses, and a candelabrum topped with a pineapple, set against a lit Christmas tree.

Christmas at Greenway 

It's a 1940's Christmas and the rooms of Greenway House are filled with new residents. While Agatha Christie has gone to London, evacuee children and their teddy bears are spending their first Christmas in Devon.

Teddy bear and presents by the Christmas tree

Christmas at Coleton Fishacre 

Celebrating 100 years of style at Coleton Fishacre with a Roaring Twenties Christmas party.

Black, white and gold decorated Christmas trees in the Saloon at Coleton Fishacre

Christmas on Exmoor

Christmas at Dunster 

Experience Christmas at Dunster Castle this winter. Wander through seasonally decorated rooms, enjoy crisp winter walks and views from the garden, and browse festive gifts in the Stables Shop. Throughout December, a varied programme of seasonal events, performances and activities offers plenty of reasons to visit again and again. Dunster Castle and Gardens is open at weekends throughout November and December, and every day from 13 December to 3 January (Excluding Christmas Eve & Christmas Day). Extended Christmas opening hours are available: -Every weekend in December -Daily from 19 to 23 December -Daily from 26 December to 3 January On these dates, the Castle, Stables Shop and Tenants' Hall are open until 7pm, with last entry to the Castle at 6.15pm. The Watermill Tearoom, parkland and car park are open daily throughout the season. Please check opening times before your visit.

A child running towards a Christmas tree at Dunster Castle in Somerset

Christmas at Arlington Court 2026 

Get ready for a Storybook Christmas at Arlington Court. Step inside the beautifully decorated house and explore the festive gardens and grounds. Journey through the pages of beloved classics as you sail across oceans, soar through the skies and wander through magical gardens.

Father Christmas meets 3 children with his elf in the harness room in the old stables

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Christmas in and around Cornwall 

From a 60-foot garland to festive decorations and Cornish traditions, we've something for the whole family this Christmas in and around Cornwall. Here's a few suggestions to start planning your visit.

A member of staff at Trelissick decorating a tree for a Cornish Christmas
The South Front and lawn at Knightshayes on a sunny day

Discover more in Devon

Journey from wild coasts, moorland and curious historic houses to lush gardens and beaches in Devon.