Christmas at Mompesson
Immerse yourself in the Regency story of the Nutcracker and the Mouse King at Mompesson House. Christmas at Mompesson starts on Friday 20 November and runs until Tuesday 22 December, Friday - Tuesday, 11am-3.30pm (last entry at 3pm).
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Dive into the world of the Nutcracker and the Mouse King this Christmas at Mompesson House. Watch out for the mice and toy soldiers battling over the Christmas tree in the Large Drawing Room; get cosy in the alpine forest in the Green Room and don't forget to look out for the Nutcracker himself.
Christmas at Mompesson is suitable for all ages. There is a free children's spotter trail and our North East Bedroom tells the history of Mompesson House and its inhabitants.
The tea-room and second-hand bookshop will be open as usual at Mompesson this Christmas. After exploring the house, enjoy a hot drink and a festive treat in the tea-room. Light lunches are available including warming soup, toasted sandwiches and a savoury cheese tea. Pop into the festively decorated second-hand bookshop for Christmas gifts for family and friends.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
There is seating available throughout the house for visitors. Christmas at Mompesson includes two of the rooms upstairs and the Library which has a step to get into the room. A video of these rooms will be available in the Entrance Hall as well as printed information about how these spaces have been decorated.
Upcoming events
The social season: A Regency year at Mompesson House
Join us in moving through a Regency year in the social calendar, from the Portmans family's return to Mompesson House in the spring, to their plans for a summer ball, and finally closing up the house again as they leave for the country in the winter.
Summer of Play
From babies to older children, there is something for every family this summer at Mompesson House.
The Regency Social Season: Mrs Portman's Ball
You are cordially invited to Mrs Portman's summer ball.
The Hampshire Regency Dancers performing at Mompesson House
Have you ever wondered what the dances described in Jane Austen's works look like? The Hampshire Regency Dancers are here to help!