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600 years of Christmas at Brockhampton

Step back in time and discover how the families would have celebrated the night before Christmas at Brockhampton throughout its 600 years.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

As we wrap up a year of 600th birthday celebrations for Brockhampton Manor House, join us in celebrating the rich Christmas traditions from the medieval period up to the 1950’s in Brockhampton’s ‘The Night Before Christmas’.

Festive displays include a grandiose medieval feast, decadent Georgian party planning, extravagant Victorian trees and traditions, Edwardian culinary masterpieces and a cosy fireside1950’s family Christmas.

Musical performances, cooking demonstrations and children’s activities dates to be announced soon.

From Saturday 20 December to Sunday 4 January, the Manor House will be open free flow every weekend from 11.00am to 3.30pm.

On weekdays, from Monday 3 November to Friday 19 December, the house opens for 'The Night Before Christmas' guided tours only at 11.00am and 12.30pm.

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