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Christmas at Nunnington Hall

Nunnington Hall main staircase decorated for Christmas
Enjoy Nunnington Hall beautifully decorated throughout for Christmas | © Rebecca Hughes

Steeped in history, Nunnington Hall provides the perfect backdrop for a traditional Christmas day out. This year we've embraced community and co-creation and are excited to introduce 'Nature's Noel: A Greener Christmas'.

Nature's Noel: A Greener Christmas

Open Friday to Sunday from Friday 21 November until Sunday 14 December, 10.30am - 4pm (Last admission 3pm)

A beautiful festive experience created in collaboration with local charities, social groups, schools, and community members.

We have invited organisations to decorate Christmas trees around the theme of 'caring for nature'. Each tree will feature eco-friendly decorations made from natural or recycled materials, reflecting our shared commitment to the environment. Around 20 trees will be displayed throughout the Hall, each telling a unique story of community spirit and care for the planet. Complementing this will be natural displays, garlands, wreaths, and swags.

Enjoy seasonal food and hot drinks in our tearoom

Treat you and your family to some delicious festive specials during your visit.

Tuck into turkey and stuffing baps or turkey cranberry and stuffing croque in the beautifully decorated tearoom, and choose a festive treat to finish, including crumble topped mince pie, yule log or a hot Christmas pudding served with brandy sauce.

Our festive hot drinks are also not to be missed with mulled wine, mulled apple juice and a mince pie hot chocolate all on the menu.

Normal admission applies to visit the house, gardens and tearoom. Free entry for National Trust members and under fives.

Cake and hot drinks with a Christmas tree in background
Enjoy some festive treats during your visit this Christmas. | © National Trust Images/Rebecca Hughes

Late night opening

Saturday 6 and Saturday 13 December, 4-8pm

For two evenings in December, the hall will be open to wander around at a time not usually open to visitors when the candles glow and the decorations look truly enchanting.

On these special evenings you can gather around the firepit and enjoy a mulled mine, before exploring the house dressed for Christmas.

No need to book, normal admission applies, with free entry to National Trust members and under fives.

 

Father Christmas - sold out

Father Christmas and his friendly elf are visiting and look forward to meeting many of your in the panelled bedroom. Tickets for these have now all gone. For those booked, make your way to the room, no more than 5 minutes before your allocated time slot. If your have a later ticket, be sure to arrive in good time to visit the house and tea-room before they close. 

 

Panelled bedroom at Nunnington Hall with Christmas tree
Explore the beautifully decorated rooms and don't miss the two late night openings | © Rebecca Hughes
An open door shows a fully decorated Christmas tree in the next room. A second out of focus decorated tree is just to the left of the image, showing tree outline with blurry lights.

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Find out when Nunnington Hall is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.

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Exhibitions at Nunnington Hall 

Nunnington Hall hosts a programming of changing exhibitions throughout the year. Recently we have welcomed established artists, photographers, illustrators and sculptors alongside new artists and community groups to display their work in the gallery.

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Family-friendly things to do at Nunnington Hall 

There's plenty for all of the family to do on a visit to Nunnington Hall. From art exhibitions to games, crafts and more, including our Lion's Den play area.

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The Tearoom at Nunnington Hall 

Make a day of it and refuel in the tearoom, located within the historic house with views across the garden, or head to the walled tea gardens to relax on the riverbank. Treat yourself to a delicious scone, tasty soup or freshly prepared lunch.

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The hall at Nunnington 

A dwelling is recorded here since 1249, but the current house grew out of a Tudor Hall. Over 450 years the house has been altered to create an atmospheric and comfortable home.

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The garden at Nunnington Hall 

The garden at Nunnington Hall is the perfect place to enjoy some peace and quiet. Peaceful hidden spots, colourful peacocks and colourful flowers offer a great day out.

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Christmas in Yorkshire 

From twinkling winter lights and houses dressed for the season, to wreath making, storytelling with Mrs Claus and meeting Father Christmas himself, there's plenty of fun festive things to do across Yorkshire. Plan ahead and find a Christmas event near you this year.

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