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Christmas in London
Sparkly season coming soon! Enjoy a family day out to National Trust places across London this Christmas.
Planning ahead for Christmas
Christmas at Ham House and Garden
Enjoy the festive season at Ham House and Garden from 28 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. For Christmas 2026, we invite you to The Robin's Tale, inspired by a newly conserved lacquer screen. Follow our jolly robin as he flies from room to room on as adventure to reunite the phoenix with her tail, and discover stunning decorations along the way. Plus, family activities, Christmas shopping and more!
Christmas at Morden Hall Park
Come for Christmas shopping in Morden Hall Park's Garden Centre or second hand bookshop, get your Christmas tree and visit for wintery walks in the park and cosy treats in the Potting Shed Café. In the Garden Centre, you’ll find UK-grown trees, sustainable decorations and thoughtful gifts for all ages. Browse seasonal homeware, books, pet accessories and locally-sourced treats — perfect for stocking fillers or something special.
Visit Father Christmas at Sutton House
Father Christmas is making a special visit to Sutton House, Hackney on three Saturdays this festive season. Join him between 11.30am and 3.30pm for a magical Christmas experience, but be sure to book ahead as spaces are limited and always in high demand. Each child will have the chance to meet Father Christmas, pose for a photograph, and then embark on a festive adventure around Sutton House, helping to track down his mischievous elves hiding in the floors and walls of this historic London home.
Walking in London
Wrap up warm and step outside for a festive walk with the whole family. Just the thing to blow away the cobwebs during the rush of Christmas. Choose from short level routes, or longer more adventurous walks.
Further afield across the South East
Heading out of London for Christmas, visiting friends and family, or keen to go on a Christmassy adventure? These beautiful National Trust places across the South East are ready and waiting with a sprinkle of festive magic.
Christmas at Cliveden
From Friday 20 November 2026 – Sunday 3 January 2027, join the story of ‘The Snow Queen’ as a journey through memory, emotion, and winter transformation, unfolding across Cliveden, National Trust and its surrounding gardens. Enjoy winter walks rich with colour and scent, and discover family-friendly adventures across 400 acres of woodland. Seasonal treats across food outlets, a beautifully stocked Christmas shop and more.
A Magical Christmas at Petworth House
Nature becomes the artist in a magical woodland setting this Christmas at Petworth House. There will be towering trees, late openings, workshops, a Christmas makers market, and much more.
Christmas at Polesden Lacey 2026
The Twelve Days of Christmas come to Polesden Lacey this festive season, as the house and grounds fill with lavish displays, sparkling Christmas trees and plenty of fun things to see and do. Christmas at Polesden Lacey runs from Saturday 21 November 2026 – Sunday 3 January 2027 (closed 24 and 25 December).
Winter crafts and recipes
Make a gingerbread house
Fancy making your own gingerbread house? With our simple biscuit recipe and video, and your choice of design, you can't go wrong with this classic tasty treat.
Mince pie brownies
A festive twist on a classic brownie, these indulgent mince pie brownies make for a great dessert and are a great way to use up any leftover mince pies.
How to make a bird feeder
If you’d like to see more birds in your outdoor space, discover how you can make a simple bird feeder with just a few items and ingredients.
