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The Knight Before Christmas Evening Tour

Join us for a special after-hours tour around the house when it is decorated for Christmas. Inspired by Arthurian legend come and see the decorations which are full of knights, wizards, and dragons. They are even more atmospheric in the evening!

  • Booking essential

Join us for a special after-hours tour around the house when it is decorated for Christmas. Inspired by Arthurian legend come and see the decorations which are full of knights, wizards, and dragons. They are even more atmospheric in the evening! After the tour warm up with a mulled cider or hot chocolate and a mince pie, included in the ticket price. Please note that the shop and tea-room will be closed upon arrival as this event takes place outside of our normal operating hours.

This tour is not exhaustive of all the decorated areas: the rest of the decorated areas can be visited as part of a normal standard daytime visit.

£16 per person. Booking in advance essential. This event usually sells out.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All Carer to a ticket holder£0.00
All per person£16.00

The basics

Booking number

Call 03442491895

Accessibility

This will involve steps, stairs, and uneven surfaces - please contact us to discuss your access needs or consult our AccessAble guide for more information. A hearing loop is available on request. This will take place in dim lighting.

Meeting point

Start at Visitor Reception and follow directions

Suitability for children

Families are welcome

What to bring and wear

Please dress for the weather - the walk from the car to the house will be chilly and over uneven ground. The house is cold at this time of year, and has steps and uneven surfaces.

Other

This event is not suitable for dogs except for assistance dogs.

Contact info

Central Box Office

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