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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)

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.

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The 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

Christmas Lunch at Bodiam Castle 

Celebrate the festive season with family and friends over a delicious two or three-course Christmas lunch in the Wharf Tea-room.

Event summary

on
30 Nov to 18 Dec 2026
at 12:00 to 12:30+ 59 other dates or times

Christmas Wreathmaking Workshops 

Join award winning floristry teacher Hilary to create a beautiful Christmas wreath for your home.

Event summary

on
8 Dec to 16 Dec 2026
at 10:15 to 12:15+ 3 other dates or times