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Christmas at Wightwick Manor and Gardens
- Published:
- 27 August 2025
We invite you to get into the festive spirit with a visit to Wightwick Manor and Gardens this Christmas. The Manor will be decorated with traditional Victorian decorations by our talented volunteers on the theme of 'Morris-mas' - an abundance of William and May Morris patterns, and Morris & Co. designs. Festive entertainment includes music in the Great Parlour, indoor and outdoor trails for children and pre-booked festive craft workshops
Traditional Decorations
Come along to Wightwick Manor this festive season to help us celebrate a traditional Victorian Christmas just like the Mander family would have enjoyed. From Friday 28 November 2025 - Sunday 4 January 2026, (closed 25 and 26 December) see the wonderful handiwork of our talented volunteers as you enjoy the real decorated trees and arrangements lit by candlelight.
Discover our special 'Morris-mas' Christmas decorations - all inspired by the designs and work of the Morris family; William, Jane and May will all be represented, along with some nods to his contemporaries in the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. Look out for the special 'Manor'-quins displaying some of Morris' famous designs.
Families can look out for our knitted snowmen hidden around the rooms. How many can you spot?
No booking required, normal admission costs apply. This event is part of your normal visit to the Manor over the festive season.
Seasonal Events
Family Activities
'The History of the Christmas Decoration' outdoor trail - running from the end of November until the new year., 10am - 3pm each day.
Collect your tail sheet from our Visitor Reception and explore the ground and see if you can find all of the trail points and learn about the history of Christmas decorations. Find some funny jokes, take in some wonderful festive sights, complete the activities and create some family memories.
£3 per trail, includes a festive prize at the end, normal admission costs apply, no booking required.
Knitted Snowman indoor spotting trail - 28 Nov - 4 Jan 2026, during normal house opening times.
As you explore the Manor and enjoy the Christmas decorations, see how many knitted snowmen you can spot hidden around the rooms. Let our reception team know how many you saw and claim a sticker before you leave.
Free to take part, normal admission costs apply, no booking required.
Please note, we are really sorry to share that we won’t be able to offer our Father Christmas grotto experience at Wightwick this year. We know this will come as a disappointment, as it has been such a special part of many families’ Christmas traditions here, and we truly appreciate your understanding.
Live Music
Enjoy listening to some festive music here at Wightwick Manor and Gardens this Christmas season.
Ann Lombardi, Harpist and Pianist - Ann will be performing on Wednesday 3, Wednesday 10 and Wednesday 17 December at intervals throughout the day between 11am and 2pm.
Please note, this is not a ticketed or seated event, but rather part of your normal visit to the site. No booking required, normal admission costs apply.
Getting Crafty
We welcome back our wonderful and talented local workshop providors this winter, with a host of new and popular Christmas crafting workshops.
These workshops include, but are not limited to, glass fusing, needle felting, wreath making, book folding and pressed flower art.
Please visit our main events page for more information.
Evening Theatre
Join us in the Great Parlour for an original stage-play. Brought to you by Don't Go Into The Cellar Theatre - the British Empire's leading practitioners of macabre Victoriana!
Tuesday 2 December, 7:30pm - A Christmas Carol - Now SOLD OUT
Join the great Victorian novelist Charles Dickens as he brings to life one of the most famous ghost stories of all time. A tale of revenants and redemption, hauntings and humbug, seasonal spooks and sentiment. Written by Jonathan Goodwin and co-directed by Goodwin and Gary Archer. £20 per person, booking essential.
Find out more about all of our events by clicking here.
A bit of Christmas shopping
The Old Manor shop will be open every day in the lead up to Christmas, stocking a range of tempting Christmas gifts.
Decorations, homeware, gorgeous gifts, festive foods, and our special William Morris goods; our range has everything you need for a magical Christmas. What’s more, every penny spent helps Wightwick to continue looking after this special place for everyone, for ever – thank you for putting a sparkle in our Christmas too.
Tearoom treats
If you’re feeling peckish or are in need of a warm-up, we have plenty of treats available in our tearoom, located in the old stables in the courtyard.
If you’re looking to warm up with a hot drink, or to take one with you on your garden stroll, why not treat yourself to our warming hot chocolate? Of course, we’ll have all your usual favourites available - including a mince pie or two!
Winter walks
If you’d rather pull on your winter woollies and get outdoors, then blow away the winter cobwebs with a stroll along the South Terrace, through the Formal Garden or amongst the trees in the woodland.
See if you can spot our festive outdoor displays to give your winter walk a bit of Christmas sparkle.
