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Christmas in and around Hampshire
Step into an enchanting, sparkling Christmas at our historic places in and around Hampshire. You’ll find houses and gardens transformed with magical scenes and activities inspired by favourite festive stories and pantomimes, from Jack and the Beanstalk at Mottisfont and The Twelve Days of Christmas at The Vyne, to famous Christmas wishes at Hinton Ampner. There’s loads for families to see and do inside and out, plus festive foodie treats and gorgeous gifts.
Top Christmas days out around Hampshire
A Jack and the Beanstalk Christmas at Mottisfont
Mottisfont’s Jack and the Beanstalk festive adventure sees the house transformed with sparkle and pantomime flair, from a towering beanstalk to a castle in the clouds. There are plenty of fun moments too: pose as a Christmas pudding or Brussels sprout in our Giant’s festive feast selfie board and repair his huge torn underpants before he notices! 21 November to 3 January.
A Christmas Wish at Hinton Ampner
Pre-booking essential: Pre-booking essential: Travel through this beautifully decorated house where legendary characters reveal unique festive wishes. Visit Father Christmas' post room, step into King Arthur’s realm, and enjoy Jay Gatsby’s glamorous 1920s party, with champagne tower and music. Outside, there are lots of fun games for families, with our new elf adventure. 14 November to 3 January.
The Twelve Days of Christmas at The Vyne
Handcrafted scenes and twinkling decorations bring this much-loved Christmas carol to life, from elegant swans and exquisite dancers’ dresses to smartly uniformed drummers, even a life-size cow. Outside there are lots of fun family challenges; leap like a lord over the hurdles, help the maids milk a cow and race your wheelbarrow of golden eggs back to Mother Goose. 21 November to 3 January.
A Gingerbread Christmas at Winchester City Mill
Step into this beautiful historic mill, brimming with the delights of Christmas. You'll find richly decorated trees with gingham bows, baubles and strings of gingerbread characters reflecting the Mill’s flour producing heritage. Green garlands and stacks of presents fill this special space with festive cheer. Don’t miss the cosy café, full of warm seasonal treats. 19 November to 3 January.
Christmas at Uppark House and Garden
Step into a glamorous Georgian Christmas at Uppark, where decorated trees and piles of presents take centre stage, backlit by fairylights and sparkling chandeliers. Swathes of festive garlands wind their way up the staircase and the dining room is transformed with a Christmas feast scene. Sunday to Tuesday, 6 to 22 December.
