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Alice's Christmas in Wonderland at Polesden Lacey 2025 - a mother holding a young baby smiles at a decorated  Christmas tree
Alice's Christmas in Wonderland at Polesden Lacey 2025 | © National Trust Images/Arnhel de Serra

Christmas in Surrey

We're bringing festive traditions to life at our country houses, atmospheric gardens and wintry countryside in Surrey.

Top Christmas days out in Surrey

The Twelve Days of Christmas at Polesden Lacey 

21 Nov – 3 Jan. The Twelve Days of Christmas come to Polesden Lacey this festive season, as the house and grounds fill with lavish displays, sparkling Christmas trees and plenty of fun things to see and do. Outside, follow the children's trail around the grounds and enjoy a range of seasonal activities, amusements and treats.

A mother and father and their young daughter admire a Christmas tree at Polesden Lacey

Christmas at Hatchlands Park 

28 Nov – 3 Jan. Enjoy a festive family trail in the parkland at Hatchlands. Wander through the festively dressed downstairs rooms of this beautiful house and enjoy the sparkle of the trees, the welcoming fireplaces and the glow of the Christmas lights.

Girl looking up at decorated Christmas tree in the Drawing Room at Hatchlands Park

The Great Christmas Gnome Adventure at Winkworth Arboretum 

14 Nov - 3 Jan. This festive season, giant woodland characters have made their home at Winkworth Arboretum. Inspired by Scandinavian folklore and winter traditions, each one has its own distinctive personality and colourful hat. Pick up a trail booklet and set off on an adventure through the arboretum to meet Scottie, Ginger, Stella, Ralph and their friends. Along the way, complete playful challenges, collect embossings and discover the stories behind each character. After your adventure, warm up in the café and browse the shop for scrumptious Christmas presents.

A man pushes a buggy while a woman in a bright red coat carries a young child down a woodland path with fairy lights overhead.

Elfmas at Claremont Landscape Garden 

28 Nov - 3 Jan. Have you got what it takes to be an official Christmas Elf? This festive season, enjoy an Elfmas adventure and discover whether you've got the skills and festive spirit needed to become an official Christmas elf. Find your elf name, track down Father Christmas's reindeer, complete elf fitness training and take on some merry challenges. Perfect for anyone looking to add a little festive fun to their visit this Christmas.

Mother with children pointing at snowy landscape
A group of visitors walking along a path between trees at Winkworth Arboretum, Surrey

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