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Christmas at Seaton Delaval Hall
Christmas 2024 at Seaton Delaval Hall was all about enjoying the simpler side of the festive season, complete with natural decorations, live music and song, seasonal eats, winter walks and the hall magically lit, indoors and out.
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THE INFORMATION BELOW RELATES TO CHRISTMAS 2024. PLEASE CHECK BACK HERE LATER IN THE YEAR FOR DETAILS OF 2025'S OFFER**
Extended opening Friday 13 and Saturday 14 December
No need to book! Join us to enjoy the hall bathed in festive lighting inside and out on the north front as we keep the hall open until 8pm. Bring your family, meet your friends and enjoy an evening of Christmas magic at Seaton Delaval Hall. You can also enjoy live music from engaging and quirky classical violinist with the burning satirical wit, Sid Bowfin. In fine attire, the madcap violinist presents his seasonal repertoire, filled with classical favourites delivered with jaw dropping mastery and festive abandon. Last seen at Seaton Delaval Hall for A Night of Fire & Theatre in 2022, we’re delighted to welcome him back this Christmas. Drop into the Stables workshop for festive family crafts and create a decoration for your tree or to gift to a loved one.
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.
Robin's Winter Wander trail
30 November - 5 January
Can you complete all of Robin’s winter challenges on a festive adventure around Seaton Delaval Hall? Find all the Christmas reindeer, play jingle bells on the mushroom drums, complete the panto challenge on the baroque theatre stage and discover all of the festive baubles hidden throughout. Pick up Robin’s winter wander from Visitor Welcome, free with standard admission.
Festive Friday Crafts
Fridays, 11am-2pm, 6th December - 3 January
Enjoy drop-in festive Friday crafts in the Potting Sheds throughout December. Make a decoration for your tree or gift it to a loved one and get ready to see in the new year.
6th December - Lollipop Snowflakes
13th December - Christmas Tree Decorations
20th December - Paper Plate Baubles
27th December - Paper Tube Fireworks & New Years party hats
3rd January - Hand print snow globes
Saturday Singing
Saturdays 12noon - 2pm, 7 - 21 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 7 December - Seaton Sluice Singers
Saturday 14 December - Cramlington Community Choir
Saturday 21 December - Whitley Women's Choir
Seasonal Sunday Strings
Sundays 12noon-2pm, 1 - 22 December
Join us for a magical and musical festive treat with live music from the North East's leading string quartet. Performances will take place on the Baroque stage in the West Wing, complete with traditional wintery scenery and plenty of festive sparkle.
Wreath making workshops
Friday 6 & Saturday 7 December, 1-3pm
Booking essential. All tickets £45, suitable for over 14s. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult
Get your Christmas creativity flowing with our festive wreath making workshops. Join our gardening team who will talk you through the steps to make a beautiful Christmas wreath with materials collected from the hall's gardens plus festive seasonal decorative items.
All materials are provided plus mulled wine (or non-alcoholic alternative) and a mince pie for added festive cheer!
Places are limited: book now.
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 13 and Saturday 14 December, until 8pm.
General opening: Wednesday – Sunday, 10am – 4pm, buildings open 11am, last admission 3:15pm, last admission to buildings 3:30pm, site closes 4pm.
Northumberland school holidays:
Monday 23 December: open
Tuesday 24 December: closed
Wednesday 25 December: closed
Thursday 26 December: closed
Friday 27 December: open
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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