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Christmas at Greys Court

Christmas decorations inside the house at Greys Court, Oxfordshire
Christmas decorations inside the house at Greys Court, Oxfordshire | © National Trust Images/Hugh Mothersole

Grab your programme, ticket and opera glasses and join us at Greys Court for a warm nostalgic Christmas inspired by the joy of Victorian theatre.

From 22 November to 4 January, immerse yourself in a wonderland of theatrical decorations, all inspired by the characters of Henry Irving, Lady Brunner's grandfather, and the magic of Victorian theatre. Beautifully adorned trees, garlands, and twinkling fairy lights welcome you against a background of candles, warmth and the scents of spices from Lady Brunner’s kitchen.

This year, the garden continues the theatrical theme with decorations infused the elements of a visit to the theatre wrapped with festive touches. Wreaths, twinkling lights and oversized baubles add gorgeous sparkle on a grey day.

Little ones can run off energy on a Christmas trail in the gardens.  

Our car park can fill up on busy days, the quietest times to visit are weekdays, or before 11am and after 1pm.

Greys Court is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Christmas wreath on garden door with garden beyond
Decorated Christmas garden at Greys Court, Oxfordshire | © National Trust/Katy Dunn

Planning your visit

Entry: There's no need to book. Normal property admission price (free for National Trust members and under-fives). If you’re with a carer or essential companion, they visit for free.

When to visit: For a quieter visit, arrive before 11am or after 1pm, or visit on a weekday (even during school holidays).

Car Parking: Please note that our car park surface can become uneven and muddy, particularly during periods of bad weather. Our car park can fill quickly on our busiest days, so you may need to queue; in extreme circumstances we may have to close the car park to allow spaces to free up.

Accessibility: Toilets and changing facilities located near the shop, about 10 minutes walk from the car park. Buggies/pushchairs welcome in the garden, but not in the house - please be prepared to leave these outside if going inside.

Sloping areas, wide pathways and gravel around much of the grounds, which can be uneven and muddy in places during winter: sturdy footwear is recommended.

Buggy service available, subject to volunteer availability.

Christmas shopping: There are some fantastic gifts and stocking fillers in our shop, do call in to have a look around.

Refreshments: drinks, snacks and light lunches with festive and family-friendly options are available from the Cowshed tea room.

Visitors in the garden at Greys Court, Oxfordshire

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