The Jungle Book Christmas at Bateman's
This year at Bateman’s, follow Baloo the sleepy brown bear through the house and step into scenes from The Jungle Book brought to life. Don’t forget to explore the gardens too, you never know who might be hiding there, waiting to be discovered!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
This festive season, the jungle comes alive once more at Bateman’s. Say hello to Baloo the sleepy brown bear and immerse yourself into the scenes from The Jungle Book.
The world-renowned author of The Jungle Book, Rudyard Kipling, lived at Bateman’s for over 30 years, and the house remains to this day a warm and welcoming family home. With a reputation for quality and craftsmanship, Bateman’s Christmas displays continue to delight visitors year after year.
For younger visitors, take the Christmas spotter sheet and see who you can find in the garden.
Our Christmas offer runs from 14 November - 3 January (closed 24 and 25 December)
House open 11am - 3.30pm, garden open 10am - 4pm
The last entry to the house is 3pm
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
Please see the access pages at https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/sussex/batemans
- Meeting point
This event is primarily in the house.
- Suitability for children
Suitable for families.
- What to bring and wear
Dress suitably for the weather.
Upcoming events
Diwali at Bateman's
Join us in celebrating the festival of light here in the home of Rudyard Kipling.
Display of Su Blackwell's 'Bateman's Reimagined'
Inspired by Bateman’s, Rudyard Kipling’s family home and his most beloved story The Jungle Book, paper artist Su Blackwell crafted Bateman’s Reimagined from copies of Kipling’s handwritten manuscript of The Jungle Book.
Display of the Sir Philip Burne-Jones portrait of Rudyard Kipling
To celebrate National Poetry Day this year on 1st October, the Sir Philip Burne-Jones portrait of Rudyard Kipling will be going on display at Bateman’s for the first time.
Fiery Tracery: Readings from Kipling, Diwali and Poetry
Celebrate Diwali at Bateman's with drop-in poetry readings from Rudyard Kipling's early works.