Get into the festive spirit
From wreath-making workshops and carol concerts to winter illuminations, find Christmas days out near you.
Christmas at The Vyne
Twelve Days of Christmas runs 21 Nov 26 to 3 Jan 27. Glittering Christmas trees and festive sparkle await on the ground floor of the house.
Families can enjoy a fun-packed garden trail and free Christmas Bingo as they discover familiar gifts and characters from the much-loved carol. Warm the cockles in the cosy Brewhouse tea-room and browse tasteful gifts in the shop. Free event. Normal admission applies. Closed 24 & 25 Dec.Festive family fun and Christmas decorations
Twelve Days of Christmas
21 Nov 2026 - 3 Jan 2027 (Closed 24 & 25 Dec) | House 11am-3pm | Gardens 10am-4pm
Glittering Christmas trees, handcrafted decorations and plenty of festive sparkle await on the ground floor of the house as The Vyne brings the much-loved Twelve Days of Christmas carol to life.
Throughout the house, many of the playful decorations have been lovingly handcrafted by The Vyne's volunteers, helping bring extra charm and personality to the festive displays.
Outside, families can follow an interactive trail through the gardens, while indoors they can play a free game of Christmas Bingo and enjoy spotting the famous gifts and characters woven throughout the festive displays.
From dramatically illuminated paper dresses and uniform-clad drummers to elegant swans and even a life-size cow, there's plenty to discover and lots to tick off along the way for those taking part in Christmas Bingo.
Begin your journey in the Stone Gallery, where you can dress up in a smart uniform and pose for a photograph alongside the twelve drummers drumming and eleven pipers piping. Continue into the Further Drawing Room to meet ten charming frogs, each sporting a waistcoat as they leap between lily pads.
In the Large Drawing Room, feast your eyes on nine spectacular illuminated paper dresses, meticulously handcrafted by artist Jennifer Collier. Their dramatic forms create a striking festive centrepiece.
A life-size cow and rustic milk churns add a playful touch in the vestibule, while the Saloon celebrates the geese a-laying and swans a-swimming.
Discover oversized golden eggs nestled among festive decorations and a graceful procession of swans displayed along a shimmering blue river. Look closely and you'll also spot handcrafted geese and swans adorning the trees.
The Dining Parlour showcases a whimsical interpretation of five gold rings, offering an unexpected take on one of the carol's most recognisable gifts. Nearby, opulent peacocks peek from twinkling trees in the Ante Chapel.
In the Old Kitchen, three patchwork hens perch beside a vibrant community art installation, while in the Housekeeper's Room, two turtle doves nestle in a wreath above the fireplace as hearts are dotted throughout the room.
Round off your visit in the Bookshop, where a cuddly partridge and a Christmas tree festooned with crocheted pears provide the finale to this cherished Christmas classic. Free event. Normal admission applies.
Festive food and drink
Warm your cockles with hearty one-pots and soups in the Brewhouse tea-room. Or why not pick up an indulgent hot drink such as hot chocolate or spice-infused mulled wine with a mince pie to help take the chill off a winter’s day?
Christmas shopping at The Vyne
Discover a selection of festive bites and beverages, nature-inspired Christmas decorations and Christmas cards and calendars in The Vyne's gift shop, as well as quality books and kitchen and homeware.
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Things to do in The Vyne house
The Sandys and Chute families made The Vyne their home for over 500 years. They accumulated beautiful and important objects and made significant changes to the house during their lives. Enjoy the collection in opulent state rooms and humble servants’ quarters. Running until 1 November, 11am-3pm, Exhibition: “Taste, Design, and the Georgian Gentleman” explores the legacy of Georgian owner of The Vyne, John Chute. Biweekly tours are also be available for a suggested donation of £5 per person.
Things to do in the garden at The Vyne
Discover what to see and do in the garden all year round at The Vyne. Explore the historic summerhouse, see what’s growing in the walled garden and take a walk by the lake.
Family-friendly things to do at The Vyne
Enjoy music stations, giant Jenga, sack races and more in a Summer of Play until 13 Sep. Coming soon, 3 Oct - 8 Nov 10am-4pm, Tom Fletcher's Who's in Your Book family trail comes to The Vyne's gardens. Ages 7-12 can also enjoy Stranger Folk Digital Adventure using the mobile app. Free events. Normal admission applies.
