A girl and a boy looking at a Christmas tree, covered in lights at Ickworth in Suffolk. — Bauble decorations on a Christmas tree | © National Trust Images/Rob Stothard

Christmas in Suffolk

Christmas isn't far away, which means it's time to get into the festive spirit. Join us at Ickworth for an exciting new Christmas experience for 2025. There will also be Christmas crafts, Yuletide celebrations and more.

Christmas at Ickworth

Christmas celebrations return to Ickworth Estate this year with nostalgia in the Servants' Quarters throughout November and a wholesome family-friendly story throughout the house in December. Ickworth will come alive with lovable characters and traditional Christmas cheer that will leave the whole family smiling.

a wintery night scene drawing of a snow leopard walking in the snow towards the lit rotunda. There are pine/cedar trees on either side of the image

Yule at Sutton Hoo

Discover what the festive period meant to the Anglo-Saxons living 1500 year ago and find out where our traditions came from with Yuletide celebration at Sutton Hoo.

The feasting table decorated with drinking horns and food all positioned under a sculpture of the famous Sutton Hoo helmet

Christmas at Dunwich Heath

Find the reindeer on our Christmas trail, get creative in our craft workshops or bring your pooch along for a festive Christmas jumper dog walk.

A wooden reindeer made as part of the reindeer trail at Dunwich Heath

Christmas at Lavenham Guildhall

Enjoy the magical Christmas lights and spectacular tree in the market square, follow a festive family trail in the Guildhall and indulge in some seasonal specials in the tea-room.

A woman and little boy looking at decorations and wishes hanging from a Christmas tree

Christmas at Flatford

We'll be celebrating the festive season at Flatford this year with decorations, winter treats and Christmas crafts. Enjoy a winter walk in the Suffolk countryside with your loved ones, or join one of our Christmas events. There's also a seasonal menu in our cosy tea-room and a chance to pick up the perfect stocking filler from the shop.

A gold heart and red stocking Christmas decoration in the branches of a Christmas tree

What's on this Christmas in Suffolk

From events and activities with friends and family this Christmas from festive family trails, Christmas Craft Fayres and Yuletide celebrations.

Handmade christmas crafts at the crafters fayre

Eating and shopping at Ickworth

Treat yourself in one of the cafés at Ickworth with a variety of tasty treats, light snacks and hot and cold drinks. Or grab a bargain as a souvenir of your visit in the shop or Plant Centre.

The West Wing Shop at Ickworth is dressed for Christmas

Eating and shopping at Sutton Hoo

Enjoy a bite to eat after you've explored the grounds, or search for your own treasure to bring home from the shop.

A Christmas gift display in the shop at Sutton Hoo

Christmas in Cambridgeshire

From winter illuminations to festive days out we celebrated the festive season in style in Cambridgeshire.

A view of Wimpole House illuminated as part of the Christmas light trail

Christmas in Norfolk

Plan your festive day out in Norfolk this Christmas. See houses transformed for Christmas with brand new experiences we can't wait to share with you.

Young boy and girl look up at the Christmas lights at Blickling Estate, Norfolk

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