Christmas at Bateman's: The Jungle Book Christmas
Visitors can follow Baloo the sleepy brown bear through the house to experience scenes from The Jungle Book brought to life. Throughout the historic rooms, guests can spot Mowgli's animal friends swinging, climbing, hiding, and leaping. Younger visitors can pick up a festive spotter sheet to search for characters hiding outdoors in the garden.
What to Expect
Follow Baloo through festive scenes inside Rudyard Kipling's former home.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
National Trust
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with younger children
Vibe
Playful and festive
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free; normal admission applies.
- Hours: 11am to 3.30pm.
Tips & Advice
- Give younger children a Christmas spotter sheet and finish in the garden, where more Jungle Book characters are hiding.
- Pack wellies if you plan to walk the estate, and pick up a walk leaflet from visitor reception before you set off.
- Dress for the weather, because the visit takes you outdoors through the garden as well as through the house.
- The display is closed on 24 and 25 December, so plan your visit for another day over the holidays.
- Use the Oast House shop for Christmas cards, decorations and stocking fillers while you are there.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this season: a bigger Jungle Book Christmas where you follow Baloo the sleepy brown bear through the house
- Christmas Calligraphy Workshop on Friday 20 and Saturday 21 November, making your own Christmas cards with artist Alina from Creative Feel Designs (separate booking)
- Boxing Day Ranger Ramble on Saturday 26 December, a two-hour guided estate walk (separate charge)
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to book?
No, booking is not needed. The display is free with normal admission to Bateman's.
What is there for children?
Children can follow Baloo through the house and spot Mowgli's animal friends in the rooms. Younger visitors can pick up a Christmas spotter sheet to find characters hiding in the garden. The event is suitable for families.
Is the display indoors or outdoors?
Mostly inside the house, with more characters hiding out in the gardens.
Where can we eat and shop?
The Mulberry Tea-room serves warming festive treats. The Oast House shop stocks Christmas decorations, cards, gifts, books and stocking fillers.
Can we walk the estate too?
Yes. Pick up a walk leaflet from visitor reception and follow Kipling's footsteps around the fields, woods and hills. Wellies are a good idea.
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