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Magical late evenings at Erddig

Discover Erddig at night, with twinkling lights, marshmallow toasting and the magic of A Christmas Carol brought to life in the historic house.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

As daylight fades and evening settles over Erddig, discover the magic of Christmas in a whole new light.

For four special evenings from 14 to 17 December, the historic house, courtyards, shop and restaurant stay open after dark, giving you more time to enjoy the festive atmosphere.

Step inside the beautifully decorated house, where scenes from Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol unfold around you. Sparkling chandeliers, fairy lights and seasonal decorations bring the much-loved story of Ebenezer Scrooge to life.

Outside, explore the courtyards beneath twinkling lights, enjoy some marshmallow toasting, browse for Christmas gifts or warm up with a hot chocolate as the winter evening draws in.

Father Christmas and Mother Christmas will also be welcoming visitors to the Reverse Grotto from 4pm to 6pm. Bring a donation for Wrexham Foodbank and help spread a little festive kindness.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Accessibility

Parts of the ground floor are accessible, while some areas have stairs or uneven surfaces. Please check Erddig's accessibility information before visiting.

Meeting point

Head to the Ticket Office to begin your Christmas adventure

Suitability for children

Children welcome

What to bring and wear

We recommend wrapping up warm. Christmas jumpers are encouraged.

Other

14–17 December 2026 Courtyards, shop and restaurant: open until 7pm. House: open 11.30am–3pm and again from 4pm, with last entry at 6.15pm. Reverse Grotto: Father Christmas and Mother Christmas will be there from 4pm–6pm. Normal admission charges apply. No advance booking required.

Upcoming events

Reverse grotto at Erddig 

Visit Father Christmas and Mother Christmas at Erddig's reverse grotto and help spread some festive kindness with a donation for the food bank.

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on
28 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027
at 10:00 to 15:00+ 34 other dates or times

Christmas at Erddig: A Christmas Carol 

Join Scrooge's journey through Christmas past, present and yet to come as Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol comes to life at Erddig.

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on
28 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027
at 11:30 to 15:00+ 34 other dates or times

Christmas calligraphy workshop at Erddig 

Learn the art of modern calligraphy and create festive cards, gift tags and seasonal artwork to take home.

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on
1 Dec 2026
at 11:00 to 13:30

Christmas wreath-making workshop at Erddig 

Get creative this Christmas and make your own festive wreath to take home at a hands-on workshop at Erddig.

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on
2 Dec to 7 Dec 2026
at 11:00 to 13:30+ 2 other dates or times