Christmas unwrapped at Dyrham Park

A woman and a young child standing in front of a giant wreath with a historic house behind it — Visitors by Christmas wreath, Dyrham Park, South Gloucestershire | © NT/Steve Haywood

Discover a festive escape at Dyrham Park this winter with a seasonal celebration inspired by the stories and objects in the historic house.

Creative Christmas in the house

Decorated showrooms will reimagine collection highlights through creative festive displays, from crafted paper flowers inspired by still life paintings to blue-and-white decorations influenced by Dyrham's Delftware. Look out for mini animals wearing cute Christmas hats through the house.

All except one of the rooms decorated for Christmas are on the ground floor, which has an accessible step-free entrance.

A woman and young child looking at a Christmas tree close up, Dyrham Park, South Gloucestershire — Visitors with a Christmas tree, Dyrham Park, South Gloucestershire | © NT/Steve Haywood

Trees, wreaths and festive red bows

There will be lots of red bow decorations, a large outdoor Christmas tree with many more inside, and the chance to take a festive selfie next to a giant wreath.

Children's and adults' trail

Families can get active and let the excitement build while following a present trail around the 270-acre site. There will also be a festive poetry trail for adults around the garden, which points out some of the seasonal highlights.

Visitors on a winter trail through the parkland at Dyrham Park | © National Trust Images/John Millar

Christmas choirs

Local choirs and music groups will be singing carols and festive tunes on weekends in the run up to Christmas, in the village church of St Peter which is next to the estate.

Craft workshops

Bookable workshops will take place - more details to follow.

Christmas food and shopping

The tea-room will be open each day serving mince pies, snacks, cakes and hot and cold drinks, and the takeaway kiosk will open on busier days. You can also warm up with a hot drink from the café in the parkland at Old Lodge at weekends and during the school holidays.

The National Trust shop is well stocked with cards, presents, hampers, food and drink and plenty of gift ideas in a lovely stress-free setting away from the busy high street.

On selected dates running up to Christmas, food and drink tastings are planned to sample some festive products available in the shop.

Wassail

A wassail to bless the harvest for the year ahead with singing, chanting and a procession of music and bashing pots will take place at Dyrham Park on Sat 2 Jan. Save the date for a lively, fun collective celebration with music and crafts.

Dates and details

The Christmas offer runs from Fri 20 Nov to Sun 3 Jan. The whole site will be closed on Thu 24 and Fri 25 Dec. No pre-booking is required.

Family by the Christmas tree at Scotney Castle, Kent

Get into the festive spirit

From wreath-making workshops and carol concerts to winter illuminations, find Christmas days out near you.

Plan your Christmas visit

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Things to see and do in the house at Dyrham Park

The main phases of conservation and decorative work in the house at Dyrham Park are now complete and you can explore beautifully presented rooms, delve into the house's history and discover what it was like to live in the 17th century.

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Eating and shopping at Dyrham Park

After exploring the house and garden, refuel with a tasty treat from the tea-room, café at Old Lodge or tea garden kiosk. Whether sweet or savoury, there's bound to be something to tempt you. Afterwards, take home a gift from the shop, where there's a wide range of products, from locally made chutneys to fun family books.