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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
Immerse yourself in festive cheer and community spirit. Enjoy the stunning 'Red Dress Project', hand-crafted decorations, twinkling lights, seasonal music, games, trees dressed by local groups, hearty food and winter walks.
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 will be adorned with decorations from different eras, there will be a family trail in the parkland, and a giant wreath and Christmas trees will be 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
There are plenty of opportunities for wintry walks, warming treats, festive family trails and Christmas decorations galore around Bath and Bristol.
Christmas in Somerset
Christmas at Dunster
Explore the seasonally decorated rooms at Dunster Castle this Christmas, pick up thoughtful gifts at the Stables Shop, and take in crisp winter views from the garden. With new festive additions and returning favourites, there’s something for everyone this season. Dunster Castle and Gardens is open at weekends throughout December and daily from 13 December to 4 January. Between 13 and 21 December, the Castle and Tenants’ Hall will open from 2pm–8pm (last entry at 7:15pm). The Stables Shop, Watermill Tearoom, parkland, and car park remain open daily. Please check our opening times for full details.
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
A glistening Christmas deserves an equally elegant ball that will sweep you off your feet. Follow the story of a wondrous woodland winter ball in the house and gardens, alive with sparkling festive magic.
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 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 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 invite 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 are being transformed for the festive season.
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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.
