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Christmas at Seaton Delaval Hall
Visit Seaton Delaval Hall this festive season to experience a magical Christmas inspired by its Georgian past. Discover festive family activities, live music, winter walks and late night opening. There's something for everyone to enjoy this winter.
What’s on at Seaton Delaval Hall this Christmas
Enjoy a relaxed visit to Seaton Delaval Hall this festive season. No booking needed, no extra charges, just plenty of Christmas cheer. Throughout December, discover the family-friendly trail, live music, festive crafts, and late-night openings on selected dates. Experience a Georgian-inspired Christmas with festive decorations in the Saloon, Stables and West Wing, and don’t miss the giant bauble in the Entrance Hall.
Plan your festive visit today, see full details below.
Festive late nights at the Hall
Extended opening on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 December, 5pm - 8pm
Wrap up warm and join us for two special evenings of extended opening hours as we keep the hall open until 8pm. No need to book, bring your family, meet your friends and enjoy an evening of Christmas magic at Seaton Delaval Hall. See the Hall’s north front beautifully lit, then step inside to admire a giant suspended bauble in the Entrance Hall, plus Christmas decorations in the Saloon, Stables, and West Wing. Enjoy live festive music, get creative with family crafts in the Stables Workshop, and warm up with seasonal treats from the Brewhouse.
Friday 12 December
Aurora Strings, West Wing Kitchen stage
5:30-6:15pm, 6:45-7:30pm
Wayward Wind, Saloon
6-7pm
Festive Family Crafts, Stables workshop
5:30-7:30pm
Saturday 13 December
Vieux Carre Jazzmen, Saloon
5:30-6:15pm, 6:45-7:30pm
Festive Family Crafts, Stables workshop
5:30-7:30pm
Please be aware that access is focused on the hall's indoor spaces including the Saloon, Entrance Hall, Stables and West Wing. This is not a light show and the gardens are not accessible.
Find out more here.
Robin's Winter Wander trail
Saturday 6 December to Sunday 4 January
Can you complete all of Robin’s winter challenges on a festive adventure around Seaton Delaval Hall? Track down the Christmas reindeer, hunt for hidden festive baubles around the gardens, and step onto the Baroque stage for a panto challenge surrounded by magical, hand-painted winter scenery.
Pick up Robin’s winter wander from Visitor Welcome, free with standard admission.
Festive Friday Crafts
Fridays, 11am - 1pm, 28 November to 19 December
Designed especially for under-5s, these relaxed drop-in sessions are a joyful way to make decorations for the tree or a handmade gift for someone special.
Free with standard admission or membership.
Find out more about Festive Friday Crafts here.
Saturday Singing
Saturdays 12noon - 2pm, 6 and 20 December
There's nothing like the sound of Christmas carols to get you into the spirit of the festive season, so join us on Saturdays for a selection of familiar favourites. Performances will take place in the Stables, so you can enjoy them whatever the weather!
Saturday 6 December - Seaton Sluice Singers
Find out more here.
Saturday 20 December - Whitley Women's Choir
Find out more here.
Seasonal Sunday Strings
Sundays 12-12:45pm & 1:15-2pm, 30 November to 21 December
Join us for a magical and musical festive treat with live music from the North East's leading string quartet, Aurora Strings. Performances will take place on the Baroque stage in the West Wing, complete with traditional wintery scenery and plenty of festive sparkle.
Find out more here.
Festive treats from the Brewhouse
There's lots of festive treats to enjoy from the Brewhouse this Christmas, and whether you're looking for turkey sandwiches with the trimmings, a seasonal sweet treat or a warming hot chocolate, the Brewhouse is the ideal location to warm up after your day (or evening!) out... with no washing up at the end!
Christmas Opening Times
Extended opening: Friday 12 and Saturday 13 December, until 8pm.
General opening: Wednesday – Sunday, 10am – 4pm, buildings open 11am, last admission 3:15pm, last admission to buildings 3:30pm, Brewhouse café closes 3:30pm, site closes 4pm.
Northumberland school holidays:
Monday 22 December: open
Tuesday 23 December: open
Wednesday 24 December: closed
Thursday 25 December: closed
Friday 26 December: closed
then open daily until Sunday 5 January
Open daily, 10am – 4pm, buildings open 11am, last admission 3:15pm. So plan your post-Christmas wanders to walk off those mince pies!
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