Christmas at Waddesdon Manor

Christmas at Waddesdon, a National Trust property in Buckinghamshire — See the House and Gardens illuminated at Christmas

Illuminated woodland walk at Waddesdon Manor, a National Trust property in Buckinghamshire — See illuminated artwork by local schools down the woodland walk

North Front of Waddesdon Manor lit for Christmas, Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire — Be dazzled by Christmas lights in the gardens

Witness the gardens illuminated with sparkling lights and colour, walk the light trail and browse for gifts at the Christmas market, Sat 14 Nov - Sun 3 Jan 2021, Wed-Sun, 12noon-7pm.

Bring the family and share a festive day out. Witness an incredible light installation in the Coach House gallery, indulge in celebratory foods and shop for gifts.

From dusk, see the grounds come to life with a light trail around the Pleasure Gardens that playfully combines colour, sound and movement. The Manor’s facade will also be bathed in colour in a light show .

Open Wednesday to Sunday, Sat 14 Nov - Sun 3 Jan 2021

Grounds only

National Trust members & Under 5: Free
(ticket valid from 11am-6pm, on the day of your visit)
Grounds tickets must be booked in advance if visiting over a weekend. This includes National Trust members - who can book online for free.

See two giant LED baubles at Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire — Step inside a giant LED bauble and capture the perfect festive moment.

Unmissable Christmas highlights

Light in motion, Coach House at the Stables

12noon-7pm, until 3 Jan 2021
Arrive at the Stables and walk through the Coach House where you’ll see an amazing light installation set to a soundscape.

Winter light trail

From dusk-7pm, Wed-Sun, until 3 Jan 2021
The whole family will enjoy following our illuminated light trail. See the trees and bushes lit up with a rainbow of colours. Walk through a brightly sparkling portal and see glitter balls and wine bottles hanging from branches.

Christmas fair at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

Waddesdon Christmas Fair

Soak up the sights, smells and sounds of Christmas with over 80 hand-selected exhibitors all in charming wooden chalets. Find a great selection of unusual Christmas gifts and festive foods. Sat 14 Nov - Wed 23 Dec (incl. Mon 21 & Tue 22 Dec), Wed-Sun, 12noon-7pm.

See what's on offer at the Christmas Fair

Winter light at Christmas at Waddesdon Manor, a National Trust property in Buckinghamshire — Be dazzled by the Winter Light in the gardens

Winter Light at Waddesdon

See Waddesdon's gardens illuminated with light trails, light projection show on the Manor and festive Christmas trees. Fri 27 Dec - Sun 5 Jan 2020, Wed-Sun, 11am-6pm.

Discover Waddesdon's gardens aglow

Kids running at Christmas at Waddesdon Manor — There's so much to enjoy as a family this Christmas at Waddesdon

Get the family together this Christmas at Waddesdon

Create treasured memories by attending a family event or just soak up the magic of Christmas at Waddesdon in Buckinghamshire.

Start a tradition today

Festive Food at Waddesdon

Make a date with friends over hot chocolate, indulge in an afternoon tea or tuck into a traditional Christmas lunch at the Manor Restaurant this Christmas. Join us at Waddesdon in Buckinghamshire for some seasonal fare.

Close up for Christmas decorations from Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

Seasonal Shopping at Waddesdon

Want something to make your Christmas special? We have all you need with our pop-up shop where you can find that perfect gift or decoration to take home with you. Alternatively, indulge in the ultimate Christmas retail therapy with our Christmas Fair set against the enchanting backdrop of the floodlit Manor.

Winter trees in the gardens of Waddesdon Manor — Get outside and enjoy the great outdoors this winter

Winter walks at Waddesdon

Explore the beautiful grounds and beyond at Waddesdon this winter. Wrap up warm and burn off some of those festive calories.

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