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Christmas at Wightwick Manor and Gardens
- Published:
- 28 August 2025
Celebrate Christmas at Wightwick Manor and Gardens, from indoor and outdoor trails to festive workshops, you'll find fun filled days out for the whole family.
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 20 November 2026 - Sunday 3 January 2027 11am - 4pm each day, last entry 3pm, (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
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop - Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 November
Join us for a hands-on Natural Wreath Making Workshop, led by gardener George. In this class you’ll create a beautiful wild wreath using seasonal materials gathered from our grounds to take home and cherish or gift to a friend or family member.
Booking essential, £65 per person, includes your admission on the day, suitable for those aged 18 and over.
Family Activities
'The History of the Christmas Decoration' outdoor trail - running from Saturday 5 December until 3 January, 10am - 3pm each day.
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 and create some family memories.
Free, self-led trail, normal admission costs apply, no booking required.
Knitted Snowman indoor spotting trail - 20 Nov - 3 Jan 2027, 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're 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 25 November, Wednesday 9 and Wednesday 16 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.
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.
