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)
Embrace the magic of Christmas at Bodiam Castle. Enjoy a winter walk with a warming hot chocolate and write a letter to Father Christmas. Hop aboard his sleigh in the castle courtyard and take your own unique Christmas photo. Discover decorated Christmas trees inside the atmospheric medieval castle and spot gifts left by a naughty elf on a festive family-friendly trail (£2 per trail, includes a small prize).
Make the most of your visit by popping into the shop for those last-minute Christmas gifts. Browse our second-hand bookshop and cosy up with a good book, or bring along your pre-loved books to donate. Every purchase and donation helps support the National Trust's conservation work.
Celebrate the festive season with friends and family by booking a warming Christmas lunch at the Wharf tea-room.*
*This event is bookable via our website.
Saturday 28 November to Sunday 3 January, 10am– 3.30pm
Times
Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Accessibility
The towers are accessible by steep staircases. Not wheelchair accessible. Other parts of the site are accessible (see access statement on our website).
- What to bring and wear
Please wear clothing appropriate to the weather.
Upcoming events
Bodiam Castle tour
Discover the story of Bodiam Castle and the people who built, lived and worked in it through the ages.
Medieval armour display at Bodiam Castle
Take a look at the medieval armour display in the castle and learn from our volunteer experts about how armour evolved during the Middle Ages.
Moat tour with a costumed medieval character
Take an immersive tour with a costumed medieval character and learn more about Bodiam Castle.
Spell Quest at Bodiam Castle
Spell Quest returns to Bodiam Castle, young sorcerers are invited to choose their magical path and seek out activities around the castle.