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Christmas at Hardwick Hall

Family of four are posing for a photo behing the long table in the entrance hall with lanterns
Family at Hardwick Wintertide | © National Trust Images/ Jon Scrimshaw

Experience magical memories at Hardwick Wintertide in 2024.

Hardwick Wintertide

Come back and build memories at Hardwick once again as the season of Elizabethan magic will be here from the 17th of November 2024 to the 5th of January 2025!

This year, Hardwick Wintertide is brimming with holiday joy, twinkly lights, and the spirit of togetherness. Whether it's exploring the handmade decorations by the Hardwick team, following the mischievous Lord of Misrule around the mansion, or interacting with the enchanting displays, our festive experience is crafted to bring smiles to everyone’s faces.

This event is free for National Trust members. For non-members, please check our standard entry ticket prices.

Please note that last entry to the Hall is at 14.15.

Lanterns lined up in the entrance hall for visitors to pick up when they journey through the hall.
Hardwick Wintertide | © Jon Scrimshaw

Late night openings

Save the dates! Hardwick Wintertide after hours is truly a spectacular experience. Delight in a mulled wine in the gardens and enjoy seeing the mansion in a whole new light.

  • 29th & 30th November

  • 6th & 7th December

  • 13th & 14th December

  • 20th & 21st December

There’s no need to book in advance as there will be free flow entry from 3pm - 7pm.

Visitors enjoying the lantern tour at Hardwick Wintertide
Visitors enjoying the lantern tour at Hardwick Wintertide | © National Trust/ Jon Scrimshaw

Feast of Fools

Keep an eye out for the 1st of January 2025 as we celebrate the Feast of Fools. Expect things to not be as they seem at Hardwick with more information to follow soon.

Hardwick Wintertide Gallery

Children playing with the shadow puppets at Hardwick Hall in the Long Gallery
Play with light and shadows at Hardwick Wintertide | © National Trust/ Jon Scrimshaw

Interactive puppet show

Experience magical memories at Hardwick Wintertide in 2024.

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Group bookings

We are now taking group bookings for Hardwick Wintertide 2024. Group bookings will not be available after 15th December 2024 or during weekends. Please visit our group page for more information.

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