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Christmas at Avebury

Avebury Manor remains closed following flooding in January, but Christmas magic will be sprinkled across the site and there’s still lots of festive cheer for all to enjoy.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Visit Avebury this festive period to enjoy decorations across the site, and lots of festive events and activities for all the family.

Continue your Christmas shopping with three weekends of Christmas markets, where you can browse a range of local artisanal stallholders in the atmospheric threshing barn while listening to seasonal songs and music.

If you’re a history lover, why not join a guided winter walk of the Avebury stone circle with expert archaeologist, Dr Nick Snashall, followed by a warming drink and mince pie?

Families can meet the traditional, green-cloaked St. Nicholas in the magically decorated dovecote to hear a festive story and receive a present.

If you’re feeling crafty, why not have a go at creating a beautiful Christmas wreath for your door at a wreath making workshop with a local florist.

Elsewhere on site, have a go at the festive gingerbread house trail in Avebury Manor Garden, or try to spot all of the hidden robins in the Alexander Keiller Museum.

Find out about all these events and book your place on the National Trust Avebury website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/avebury/events

Please note: Unfortunately, Avebury Manor remains closed due to flooding in January but some of the handcrafted Christmas magic has been sprinkled around the rest of the site.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Children are welcome at most events.

Meeting point

You will be able to find out about all these events on the website, or by asking at visitor reception in the barn. Some events require pre-booking so please check the website in advance.

What to bring and wear

The site can be cold an windy, and the ground can be slippery so please dress for the winter weather.

Accessibility

Some events are accessible for wheelchairs. Please check each individual event on the website for more details.

Other

Pre-booking is required for some events. Please check the National Trust Avebury website event page for individual event listings and more details.

Upcoming events

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Sculpture exhibition in Avebury Manor Garden 

Between 6 September and 20 October, Avebury Manor Garden becomes an outdoor gallery. Experience the garden's beauty and tranquillity with an exhibition of over 100 unique sculptures.

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on
14 Oct to 20 Oct 2024
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 6 other dates or times
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Artist in the garden 

Meet one of the sculptors whose art is featured in this year's sculpture exhibition while they showcase their work and answer questions.

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on
17 Oct 2024
at
11:00 to 15:00
Event

October half term apple trail 

With apple activities for the whole family to enjoy, why not visit Avebury Manor Garden this October half term to get fully immersed in autumn.

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on
26 Oct to 3 Nov 2024
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 8 other dates or times
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Apple weekend celebrations 

Why not visit Avebury to celebrate the apple harvest? You can join us in paying homage to this special fruit with apple tastings, apple pressing and children's activities in the Avebury Manor Garden orchard.

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on
26 Oct to 27 Oct 2024
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 1 other date or time