Christmas at Charlecote Park
Enjoy a full festive day out at Charlecote this Christmas, with seasonal displays in the house and Service Courtyard, festive food in the cafés and gifts inspiration in the shop.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Welcome! You are warmly invited by Mary Elizabeth Lucy and George Lucy, the custodians of Charlecote in the Victorian era, to their annual Christmas party.
Wonder at the extravagantly decorated house and wander around the Service Courtyard to immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit. Discover the favourite pastimes and objects of the Lucy family in the six dressed rooms, and head to the Victorian kitchen to have a peek at the festivities preparations behind the scenes. Join in the family trail around the estate to help find gifts for the servants.
Visit the cafés for some delicious festive favourites, or pop to the shops to find Christmas cards, food, gifts and baubles.
The parkland is open from 9am to 4pm (last entry 3pm) and the House is open from 11am to 3:30pm (last entry 3pm). No booking available. We encourage weekday visits for a quieter experience and we recommend arriving early on busy days (weekends, bank holidays).
(Charlecote Park is closed on 24 and 25 December 2026.)
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
The are grassy paths and uneven, historic floors to navigate. Wheelchairs and mobility vehicles are available on request or can be booked in advance. Please email charlecote.park@nationaltrust.org.uk or phone 01789 470277 to book these. Ramps, hearing loops, a large print guide, and large handled mugs and cutlery, are also available on request.
- Meeting point
Collect your 'invitation' (i.e. house ticket) and Christmas booklet at the Visitor Welcome Centre when you arrive.
- Suitability for children
This event is suitable for all.
- What to bring and wear
Dress warmly for the winter weather. Good footwear is recommended when walking around the parkland and buildings.
- Other
Assistance dogs only are welcome in the House.
Upcoming events
Christmas Trail: The Servants' Wishlist
Help Mary Elizabeth, the mistress of Charlecote, find gifts for her servants by playing games around the Service Courtyard.
Christmas lunches at Charlecote
Bring the whole family together this festive season for a delicious two- or three-course Christmas lunch with all the trimmings available on weekdays from 16 November to 18 December from 12 to 2pm.