Winter Ball
Guests begin the evening with fizz and canapés in the Painted Hall, followed by a self-guided tour through the North Wing decorated for Christmas. The celebration continues with an elegant four-course dinner served with wine at round tables of ten, accompanied by live entertainment. The gathering is a formal affair with a black tie and evening dress code.
What to Expect
Magical black-tie winter ball featuring a four-course dinner.
Event Details
Ages
Black tie and evening dress required
Neighborhood
Peak District
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Chatsworth House Trust
Food & Drink
The evening includes fizz and canapés, a four-course dinner with wine, a choice of beef or vegetarian starter and main courses, and an apple and winter berry financier dessert.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Adults seeking a formal festive night out
Vibe
Elegant and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
£££
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: £195 per person. Chatsworth Friends and Patrons get 10% off tickets.
- Hours: 7.30pm to 12am.
- Parking: Booking an event online gets you free parking for one vehicle per booking at the house car park. Over Christmas, that car park only takes pre-booked ticket holders.
- Accessibility: Accessibility buggies operate between the House and the Carriage House.
Tips & Advice
- Bring a warm coat and suitable footwear because there is a short walk between the House and Stables.
- Pre-book a Christmas event parking ticket; Chatsworth car park access during the Christmas period requires one.
- Use the accessibility buggies between the House and Carriage House if that transfer would be helpful.
- Choose black tie or evening dress, as the event specifies this formal dress code for all guests.
- If you are a Chatsworth Friend or Patron, use the 10% ticket discount available to those members.
Special Events & Promotions
- Chatsworth Friends and Patrons get 10% off Winter Ball tickets.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the dress code?
Black tie and evening dress.
How does the evening run?
It opens with fizz and canapés in the Painted Hall. Next is a self-guided tour of the North Wing decorated for Christmas, then a four-course dinner with wine and live entertainment.
What's on the menu?
After canapés, there's a choice of estate beef carpaccio or crumbed Yorkshire brie to start. Mains are a daube of estate beef or a winter root vegetable galette, and dessert is an apple and winter berry financier with honey cream and blueberry curd. Both the brie and the galette are vegetarian.
How is the seating arranged?
Guests sit at round tables of 10.
Is there help getting around for guests with limited mobility?
Accessibility buggies run between the House and the Carriage House. There's also a short walk between the House and the Stables.
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