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Christmas at Polesden Lacey 2025

Lewis Carroll's classic tale comes to Polesden Lacey this Christmas as the house and grounds turn into a festive Wonderland. Sat 22 November to Sun 4 January 2026. Closed 24 & 25 December. 10am-4pm (last entry to house 3pm).

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Tumble down the rabbit hole into a world of wonder and delight for an adventure like no other this festive season. Follow the White Rabbit inside the house to see ground floor rooms dressed for Christmas, inspired by the story of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Enjoy lavish displays based on scenes from the book, interspersed with Christmas decorations and twinkling trees. Outside, follow the children's trail around the grounds to win a prize and enjoy a range of seasonal activities, amusements and treats. More details coming soon.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The house will be open every day from 10:30am to 3pm on 22 November until 4 January (excluding 24 and 25 December). Our Christmas offer is free to NT members, and for non-members the normal admission charges apply. For non-members there is also a car parking charge of £4.

Upcoming events

We're Going on a Bear Hunt 

Follow a free family trail around the pleasure grounds based on the classic children’s story, We’re Going on a Bear Hunt.

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on
23 Sep to 9 Nov 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 47 other dates or times

Exhibition - Dress to Impress 

Join us for a wonderful new exhibition, showcasing fashion in Polesden Lacey.

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on
23 Sep to 2 Nov 2025
at
11:00 to 15:30
+ 40 other dates or times

Monthly Ramblers Walk 2025 

Come with friends or make some new ones on this invigorating social walk around the Polesden Lacey countryside. Some hills are included on the route.

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on
24 Sep to 26 Nov 2025
at
10:00 to 11:30
+ 2 other dates or times

Story Explorers: autumn fun for pre-schoolers 

Bring your little 'story explorers' to Polesden Lacey for a morning of fun with a story, rhymes and a fun nature-based craft activity. Wednesdays 24 September, 1, 8, 15 and 22 October.

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24 Sep to 22 Oct 2025
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10:30 to 12:00
+ 4 other dates or times