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

We’ve welcomed a staggering number of visitors over the festive period, and we’re grateful for every one - whether you came from afar to see the Red Dress, holidayed nearby and played on the trail, or live locally and visited for a festive dog walk.

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.

Three visitors are stood admiring a Christmas tree in the Dining Room at Castle Drogo. The room is dark with soft Christmas lights illuminating the visitors faces

Buckland Abbey Christmas

In 2025, we invited visitors to get into the festive spirit at Buckland with seasonal shopping, treats, music and a beautiful display in the Great Barn and Abbey.

A man in medieval knight costume goes to pull a sword from a stone. The lighting is purple and blue, and an out of focus Christmas tree with white fairy lights is in the background.

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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 Arlington Court 2025

This Christmas, step into a spellbinding Nutcracker world as Arlington Court is transformed into the enchanting lands of the classic story. Wander through rooms filled with shimmering snow, blooming flowers, and sweet delights, brought to life with twinkling lights and dried flowers from the garden.

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

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