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Christmas at Bodiam Castle

Unwrap Bodiam Castle this Christmas. With twinkling lights, Christmas trees in tower rooms, Father Christmas’s sleigh in the castle courtyard and warming treats in the Wharf tea-room, experience the charm of Bodiam Castle this Christmas.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Enjoy a magical Christmas and embrace the festive spirit at Bodiam Castle. You can write letters to Father Christmas in the castle grotto, while his sleigh awaits in the courtyard – perfect for climbing aboard, dressing up in festive costumes and snapping a memorable Christmas photo.

Explore the castle as you look for gifts left by a naughty elf on a festive family-friendly trail (£2 per trail, includes a small prize) and there’s magical storytelling on selected dates too.

On selected dates, enjoy live Christmas music in the castle courtyard performed by local music groups. Why not celebrate the festive season with friends and family and book a 2 or 3 course Christmas lunch at the Wharf tea-room.

Come back for more info soon.

Saturday 29 November to Sunday 4 January, 10am– 3.30pm

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

What to bring and wear

Please wear clothing appropriate to the weather.

Accessibility

The towers are accessible by steep staircases. Not wheelchair accessible. Other parts of the site are accessible (see access statement on our website).

Upcoming events

Conservation in Action at Bodiam Castle 

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to look after the collection at Bodiam Castle?

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on
30 Oct 2025
at 10:00 to 12:00+ 1 other date or time

Spell Quest at Bodiam Castle 

Unlock your magical powers and become the hero of this children’s trail filled with suspense and mystery with a beastly twist.

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on
30 Oct to 2 Nov 2025
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 3 other dates or times

Halloween face painting at Bodiam Castle 

Have your face painted as part of our spooky Halloween at Bodiam Castle.

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on
30 Oct to 31 Oct 2025
at 11:00 to 14:00+ 1 other date or time

Halloween best dressed costume competition at Bodiam Castle 

Come dressed up in your Halloween costumes to take magical spooky photos and take part in our best dressed competition held on 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 and 31 October at 1pm.

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on
31 Oct 2025
at 13:00 to 13:10