Christmas in Norfolk

'Tis the season to enjoy houses decorated for Christmas, winter illuminations, family trails through frosty winter landscapes, and seasonal food and drink from our cafés. Here's some inspiration of where to go in Norfolk this year for your festive experience.

Winter illuminations
Blickling Hall lit up in Christmas colours

Blickling's garden of lights 

There's something really rather magical about a visit to Blickling in the lead up to Christmas. As darkness falls, begin your visit through the magically lit Walled Garden before wandering through the Parterre and along the Temple Walk. Don't forget to warm up with festive treats in the café and enjoy a spot of Christmas shopping, whilst you're here.

A magical Christmas at Blickling
Festive days out
Blickling Hall, Norfolk

A Christmas morning at Blickling 

Join us for a traditional Victorian Christmas in the house at Blickling, as you explore rooms decked with festive splendour. Enter the Great Hall with a Christmas tree, surrounded by presents and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of Christmas.

Christmas morning at Blickling
Family Christmas

A Felbrigg Christmas 

A seasonal experience awaits you, when you step inside Felbrigg Hall this December. See the house dressed for Christmas or wrap up warm and head off on a winter walk, before heading into the Squire's Pantry for some Christmas cheer, where you'll find mulled apple and cinnamon or gingerbread hot chocolate to warm you up.

Christmas at Felbrigg
Percy the Park Keeper

Percy the Park Keeper's winter wander trail  

We're inviting you to embark on Percy the Park Keeper's winter wander trail at Blickling, Felbrigg Hall, Horsey Windpump and Oxburgh Hall. Join in the fun with Percy and his animal friends and give nature a helping hand as you make your way around beautiful gardens and parks - who will you come across on the way?

Find out more about the trails

Christmas gift ideas

Family trying Christmas crafts at Attingham Park

Give a gift membership 

Stuck for Christmas gift ideas? For a more unique way to celebrate the season, give someone special a whole year of discovery with a National Trust gift membership. Whether you're searching for a present for mum, dad, your grandparents or a friend who wants to explore more places, a gift membership could make their year.

low winter sunlight shiing through the branches of a frozen tree

Plant a tree as a gift 

This Christmas, plant a tree as a gift for a loved one, and you'll be helping to plant and establish 20 million trees by 2030. You can plant a tree from just £5 and you'll get a certificate to commemorate your gift too. Your dedication will ensure future generations can enjoy these green spaces for ever.

Baubles and Christmas decoration

Find the perfect Christmas gift 

Browse our online shop to find unique gifts, such as eco-friendly items, tree decorations and foodie treats.

Browse our gifts
Winter getaways
Granny's holiday cottage in the snow at Roseland, Cornwall

Christmas and New Year breaks 

Fancy spending Christmas in a snug, country hideaway or 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.

Festive walks

Blickling lake in winter

Blickling Estate, Norfolk 

The lake walk at Blickling is particularly atmospheric on a frosty winter’s morning, with the reflections and big open Norfolk skies providing plenty of opportunities for budding photographers. Afterwards you can head to Muddy Boots café for a warming drink and a slice of cake.

Godolphin family christmas

Sheringham Park, Norfolk 

Coastal views are central to landscape gardener Humphry Reptons 1812 design, with the winter light often showing them off at their best at this time of year. Climb to the top of the gazebo tower perched on the top of the oak wood hill for a panoramic view of the Norfolk coastline.

Thank you

Wishing you a Merry Christmas

Season's greetings and a heart felt thank you from all of us. Your support is helping us care for special places like this, for ever, for everyone.