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See Wightwick Manor decorated for a Traditional Christmas

Come along to Wightwick Manor this festive season to help us celebrate a traditional Victorian Christmas just like the Mander family would have enjoyed.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

With a dash of colour, a sprinkle of presents and a large helping of greenery, Wightwick's recipe for a traditional Christmas returns.

From Friday 20 November 2026 - Sunday 3 January 2027 (except 25 and 26 December when we are closed), see the wonderful handiwork of our talented volunteers as you enjoy the real decorated trees and arrangements lit by candlelight throughout the ground floor of the Manor.

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.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

The majority of the ground floor of the Manor is wheelchair accessible, with the exception of the Kitchen wing. Mobility scooters are not permitted in the Manor, but wheelchairs are available to borrow. In the winter months, the light levels in the Manor can be fairly dark. Chairs that can be used to rest on are indicated by a cat cushion. Most decorations are in the ground floor rooms.

Meeting point

Please check in at Visitor Reception in our main car park on arrival, where they will direct you to the Manor.

Suitability for children

Everyone welcome

What to bring and wear

The Manor can be chilly in the winter, so please wear an extra layer. Please no stiletto heels or bags larger than A4 in size.

Other

At busy times there may be a short wait to enter the Manor. You may be asked to put large bags or bulky items in a locker or return them to your car.

Upcoming events

Exhibition - The Rossettis: Siblings and Spouses 

Discover the remarkable creative world of one of Victorian Britain’s most talented families in a major new exhibition at Wightwick Manor, featuring new acquisitions, rediscoveries and rarely seen works from the Rossetti circle.

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29 Sep to 8 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 40 other dates or times

Don't Go into the Cellar, Victorian Theatre presents 'Frankenstein' 

Join us in the Great Parlour for this original stage-play. Brought to you by Don't Go Into The Cellar Theatre - the British Empire's leading practitioners of macabre Victoriana!

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14 Oct 2026
at 19:30 to 21:00

Make more of your Photography Workshop at Wightwick Manor and Gardens with Lindsey Bucknor OBE 

Join us in the wonderful surroundings here at Wightwick to build on what you already know and see what you can do with your photography.

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16 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30

Adult Beginners Needle Felting Workshop - Pumpkins 

This is a workshop aimed at adult beginners or first time felters with tutor Natalie Harris(Brooks). Natalie is a fine artist using needle felting and the creator of Roly Poly Ponies.

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17 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 14:30