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Christmas in the South West
Add a little sparkle to your festive days out in the South West this Christmas. Discover houses dressed to impress, enjoy winter illuminations after dark, and find the best places to meet Father Christmas with all the family.
Christmas in Cornwall
Christmas at Cotehele
Celebrate Christmas with a festive day out to Cotehele. Step into the hall to adore this year's Garland, grab a festive hot drink and enjoy the lights along the path to the mill, join in with a festive sing song by the tree and visit Cotehele Mill for crafts for all the family.
Christmas at Trelissick
Find out more on how to spend a Cornish Christmas at Trelissick.
Christmas in and around Cornwall
From a 60-foot garland to festive decorations and Cornish traditions, we've something for the whole family this Christmas in and around Cornwall. Here's a few suggestions to start planning your visit.
Christmas in Devon
Christmas at Killerton
We’ve welcomed a staggering number of visitors over the festive period, and we’re grateful for every one - whether you came from afar to see the Red Dress, holidayed nearby and played on the trail, or live locally and visited for a festive dog walk.
Christmas at Knightshayes 2025
Christmas is a wonderful time at Knightshayes. Soak in the festive atmosphere as you explore the ground floor of the house and enjoy a seasonal treat in the Stables Café.
The Gruffalo's Child at Saltram 2025
Join us this Christmas at Saltram and experience the magic of the beloved Gruffalo’s Child story brought to life within Saltram’s garden.
Christmas around Devon and Exmoor
Discover unique houses and gardens in Devon and Exmoor transformed for Christmas.
Christmas in Bath and Bristol
Christmas at Dyrham Park
Visitors are invited to go back in time on a journey with Christmas through the ages. The house is adorned with decorations from different eras, there is a family trail in the parkland, and a giant wreath, red bows and Christmas trees are dotted around the 270-acre site.
Christmas 2025 at Tyntesfield
This Christmas, Tyntesfield invites visitors to Once Upon a Christmas Time - a festive fairytale experience across the estate and house. Discover Cinderella in the Rose Garden, wild swans, a Mad Hatter’s tea party, and even a towering beanstalk, with more surprises waiting to be explored. Enjoy a carousel, villains village, concerts, and crafts. Created with Super Culture and local communities, this magical season offers a full day of wonder - no booking required.
Christmas around Bath and Bristol
In 2025 there were plenty of opportunities for wintry walks, warming treats, festive family trails and Christmas decorations galore around Bath and Bristol. Check back nearer the time to find out what's on for Christmas 2026.
Christmas in Somerset
Montacute House Sings
Experience the sounds of Christmas at Montacute House this winter. Listen for the echoes of song around the grounds, where you will hear Christmas carols that have been specially recorded by local Somerset choirs.
Christmas in and around Somerset
For Christmas 2025 discover magnificent houses, enchanted winter woodlands, Elizabethan revelry and seasonal food and drink in and around Somerset. Here's a few suggestions to start planning your festive visit.
Christmas in Dorset
A Christmas ball at Kingston Lacy
For Christmas 2025, we invited you to a glistening Christmas with an equally elegant ball to sweep you off your feet. You were able to follow the story of a wondrous woodland winter ball in the house and garden, which were alive with sparkling festive magic. This offer has now finished. Please check back nearer the time to discover what we have planned for Christmas 2026.
Christmas at Corfe Castle
Experience the charm of Corfe Castle this Christmas. Explore the ruins to find festive scenes, toast marshmallows around firepits, enjoy family crafting activities or for an extra touch of magic, experience the ambience of the castle at night.
Christmas at Studland Bay
Enjoy bracing beach strolls with hot chocolates in hand, experience a Winter Solstice sunrise walk at Old Harry Rocks followed by a full English breakfast or run our 10k events – all with breath-taking views.
Christmas in and around Dorset
Discover sparkling trails, magical walks, and timeless Christmas traditions at Dorset’s houses and gardens. With Santa visits and seasonal cheer for all ages, you can plan a perfect day out to celebrate the season.
Christmas in Wiltshire
Christmas at Avebury
Christmas at Avebury begins on Saturday 29 November and includes decorative displays in Avebury Manor, the chance to meet St. Nicholas, and Christmas markets in the barn.
Festive fun at Stourhead
Get ready for a season of festive joy at Stourhead, with a schedule full of wonderful activities and a spectacular after-dark illumination trail. Experience a magical Christmas season and make magical memories.
Christmas at Mompesson House
In 2025 we invited you to step back in time and immerse yourself in a Regency Christmas at Mompesson House. Christmas at Mompesson started on Friday 21 November and ran until Tuesday 23 December, Friday - Tuesday, 11am-3.30pm (last entry at 3pm).
Christmas in Wiltshire
From after-dark illuminated trails to festive decorations, we've something for the whole family this Christmas around Wiltshire. Here's a few suggestions to start planning your visit.
Christmas in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds
Christmas at Newark Park
For Christmas 2025, we invited you to enjoy a traditional Christmas at Newark Park, with festive decorations adorning the house, wintry walks in the garden, and a visit from Father Christmas himself.
Christmas around Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds
See how houses and gardens around Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds were transformed for the festive season in 2025. Check back nearer the time to find out what's on for Christmas 2026.
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Christmas
Whether you want to make your own Christmas wreath, visit Father Christmas or enjoy winter illuminations at a historic location, we've plenty of festive events and things to do at the places in our care. Plan ahead for a festive day out this year.
