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Christmas at Avebury

The timber frame ceiling of Avebury's 16th Century Dovecote decorated with black drapes, hanging paper star ornaments, warm fairy lights, and a crescent moon decoration featuring golden star and comet designs.
Celebrate Christmas with the National Trust at Avebury | © National Trust Images/Emma Weston

Christmas 2026 at Avebury included decorative displays in Avebury Manor, the chance to meet St. Nicholas, and Christmas markets in the barn.

Christmas at Avebury Manor

Avebury Manor will host a Christmas celebration inspired by the stories, textures, and traditions that are part of this remarkable place.

Titled A Very Avebury Christmas, the house will include handcrafted displays influenced by Avebury’s history, the ancient landscape, and nature. From the wildlife in the manor garden to echoes of festive gatherings past, each display will reflect the unique character of Avebury.

Visitors will be able to explore rooms filled with creativity, character and traces of the people who called this special place home.

Created especially for Avebury, this will be a Christmas experience rooted in heritage and brought to life with warmth, imagination and festive charm.

The displays will be available from Saturday 28 November until Sunday 3 January.

Story time with St Nicholas

Meet St. Nicholas under the twinkling lights of the historic dovecote for a special story time this Christmas.

He will be reading from a selection of classic tales and children’s favourites, as well as handing out a Christmas gift for you to take home.

The story time sessions will take place across the weekends of 28/29 November, 5/6 December, 12/13 December, and 19/20 December

Booking is essential as spaces are limited in the dovecote.

Christmas markets at Avebury

Join us for some seasonal shopping in the barn at one of our Christmas markets.

Our 2026 Christmas markets will feature a selection of local gift stalls selling artisanal products, set against a backdrop of classic carols and folk songs.

Card payment devices will be available, but we recommend bring cash if possible.

The Christmas markets are free and will be held between 10am and 4pm on 28 and 29 November, and 5, 6, 12 and 13 December.

Low light casts long shadows across the Henge at Avebury, Wiltshire

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History of Avebury 

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Things to do in Avebury Manor 

Following extensive conservation, restoration and repair work, Avebury Manor is now open again. Step inside the Grade I listed, 16th-century house to explore a brand-new experience.

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Eating and Shopping at Avebury 

The Circles Café serves lunches, cakes, snacks and drinks. Visit the National Trust shop for sustainable products and gifts, or browse Cobblestones second-hand bookshop.

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Christmas 

Whether you want to make your own Christmas wreath, visit Father Christmas or enjoy winter illuminations at a historic location, we've plenty of festive events and things to do at the places in our care. Plan ahead for a festive day out this year.

A young family enjoying the Christmas decorations in the house.

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