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Animal Crackers III: Christmas at Lyme

Animal Crackers returns for another fun-filled Christmas at Lyme. The house once again becomes home to a menagerie of magnificent and unusual beasts with some familiar faces as well as new guests.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

The third year of Animal Crackers sees Fox returning with his host of wild and wonderful friends, alongside a mystery guest.

Join in the theatrical fun as Animal Crackers takes you on a self-guided journey of mischievous merrymaking through the house, designed by artist Sophie Tyrell. Have a dance party with King Stag, perform a puppet show, and do karaoke with the badgers. With larger-than-life installations and a traditional Christmas theme, it's an immersive and festive experience for all the family.

Everyday from 27 November - 24 December, 11am-3pm (last entry). Normal admission applies.

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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

Suitability

Suitable for children of all ages.

Meeting point

Pick up tickets in the ticket office in the courtyard.

Accessibility

The route is fully accessible, please ask a member of staff for further information on your arrival.

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