Christmas Lates
Experience the magical evening festivities and explore Petworth House after dark.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Experience the magical festivities at Petworth House, open until 6.30pm, when the lights sparkle after dark and the choir will be singing in the courtyard.
Last entry to the House is at 6pm The choir will sing at 5.30pm
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Meeting point
Visitors can arrive via Church Lodge reception (by St Mary's Church in Petworth town) or the main visitor car park.
- What to bring and wear
The walk from the main visitor car park is around 700m, so coats and umbrellas are advised.
- Accessibility
Rooms open to view in Petworth House are on the ground floor. Please note there is a distance of approximately 700m to the courtyard from the main visitor car park - a mobility buggy is in operation to transport visitors when required.
Upcoming events
Turner's Vision at Petworth
For the first time in 20 years, a specially curated selection of JMW Turner’s artistic studies of Petworth will be exhibited in the very place that inspired him. These rarely seen works give a fascinating insight into Turner’s methods.
Heritage Open Days
Visit for free for Heritage Open Weekend on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 September.
Expressive fibres – fine art textile feltwork
For artists and makers with an interest in textiles, wishing to explore material behaviours and the wet felting technique. This course is based at West Dean College.
Watercolour painting for beginners – 'en plein air'
Petworth offers the unique opportunity to explore the wonders of watercolour in this iconic location. From blank paper to finished work, your tutor will help and encourage you to learn and gain confidence.