Christmas at Ickworth
Join us as we transport Ickworth back to the Georgians for a lavish experience at the theatre. Step into the Rotunda and revel in the glorious indulgence of the Christmas festivities that await you.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Christmas at Ickworth Estate | 2 December – 2 January (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)
• Staged Splendour | 11am – 3pm • Georgian Christmas Family Trail | 10am – 4pm • Georgian-themed family crafts | 10am – 3pm Join us this December as Ickworth is transformed into a truly Georgian theatre. Known for their love of the theatre, lavish parties, and get-togethers at Christmas, they liked to celebrate for an entire month.
Visit Ickworth from Saturday 2 December to Tuesday 2 January to experience an estate completely transformed by the Georgians most popular festive traditions. From the Age of the Theatre to Masquerade Balls, we will be celebrating the outrageous, excessive and, at times, garish nature of the Georgians celebrations.
Step into the Rotunda for a lavish experience at the theatre and revel in the glorious indulgence of the Christmas festivities that await you, from an extravagant dining set to immersive theatrical staging throughout. Be inspired by Georgian traditions and their love for a festive get together!
Families can take part in our Georgian Christmas trail and help reunite the lost birds back to the menagerie, then enjoy getting crafty in the West Wing Gallery making masks and theatre glasses to accompany your visit.
Head to the cafe for festive treats or do a bit of shopping in our shop.
Open daily between 2 December and 2 January (except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day). Normal admission charges apply, free for National Trust members.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Perfect for children, please ensure they are accompanied at all times
- Accessibility
Our family trail and the Rotunda are full accessible. The West Wing lift is currently out of order, we apologise for any disappointment caused
Upcoming events
Group Led Cycle Tour of Ickworth Estate
Explore more of the estate this Winter on a cycle led tour, on Thursdays and Fridays throughout November and December.
Ickworth Voices Tour
Take a tour into Ickworth's past and hear stories from those that lived and worked at Ickworth in the 1930s.
Georgian Christmas Family Trail
Take part in our Georgian Christmas trail and help reunite the lost birds back to the menagerie.