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Christmas at Castle Ward
- Published:
- 26 October 2024
This festive season the mansion was dressed in tableau for an evocative 18th-century Christmas, and we held a wonderful Christmas Market to kick off the season!
Christmas at Castle Ward 2025
This festive season, Castle Ward welcomed visitors to experience the magic of Christmas with a touch of history.
This December, the entire estate will transform for the holidays, offering a mix of festive décor, local shopping, and historic storytelling. The Mansion will be adorned in Georgian splendour, with garlands, festive foods, and rich wines setting the scene. In the Stable Yard, costumed storytellers (during the first weekend only) brought the 18th century to life, sharing tales of those who lived at Castle Ward centuries ago.
Christmas artisan market, 6 - 7 December
The perfect chance to buy Christmas gifts for loved ones (or yourself!).
Castle Ward hosted its Christmas Artisan Market, where local craftspeople and food vendors showcased their finest handmade goods. Held in the theatre space and Stable Yard, the market offered a wonderful opportunity to find unique, locally crafted Christmas gifts and enjoy delicious seasonal treats.
The atmosphere was festive, with a vibrant mix of products on offer—from home décor to artisan foods.
Christmas food and drink
Step inside the warm and cosy tea-room, which has been dressed head-to-toe in traditional Christmas décor. Why not try a delicious mince pie, or chocolate orange shortbread washed down with a flat white or gingerbread latte?
Christmas shopping
Post-Christmas sales, you say? Step into our gift-shop to peruse around an enchanting range of gifts, perfect for the winter season.
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Things to do in Castle Ward house
Wander through the Georgian rooms of this eccentric mansion, famed for its contrasting architecture and interiors, and explore the servants' world below stairs. The house is open daily except Tuesdays, from 11am to 4pm for free-flow exploration. Last entry is at 3.45pm.
Eating and shopping at Castle Ward
Tuck into a delightful menu and treat yourself or someone special in the shops. Watch artists in action or pick up a Game of Thrones memento.
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Unique and unusual, this eccentric 18th-century house is famed for having been built with two completely different architectural styles, both inside and out. Find out why.
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Discover one of the best examples of a Victorian garden in Ireland. Explore the 17th and 18th-century pleasure grounds, stroll by the lake and see an important piece of history.
