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Visitors exploring the Christmas decorations inside the house at Killerton, Devon
Visitors exploring the Christmas decorations inside the house at Killerton, Devon | © National Trust Images/Steve Haywood

Christmas

Visit Father Christmas, take part in a family trail and explore elaborately-decorated houses at the places we care for over the festive period. Find out which events and activities are happening near you this Christmas.

Festive things to do

The Winter Lights Trail at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire
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Christmas lights and winter illuminations 

Many of the houses and buildings in our care that will be transformed with colour this Christmas. Find out more about our winter illuminations and lights trails and book tickets for your visit.

A young boy meeting Father Christmas at Scotney Castle, Kent

Visit Father Christmas 

Plan a festive family day out and meet Father Christmas in his grotto this Christmas. You can even settle down for a storytelling session or leave a gift at a reverse grotto at some of the places in our care.

Christmas at Powis Castle, Powys
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Historic houses decked out for Christmas 

Step back in time and experience a historic Christmas first-hand. See houses decked out with decorations from across history and be transported right back to the festivities of the time.

Two women, one holding a small child, stand by the wooden stalls and fairy lights of the Christmas market, busy with shoppers, at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

Christmas markets and winter fairs 

Find perfect Christmas presents or stock up on seasonal treats and decorations at a Christmas market or winter fair.

People are seen making Christmas wreaths using holly and other materials at Knole in Kent

Christmas craft workshop events 

Join a Christmas craft workshop to learn how to create colourful decorations and memorable gifts, all in beautifully festive surroundings.

Plan your Christmas 2023 visit

    Visitors at the Christmas market at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

    Where will you visit next?

    Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.