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Christmas House Tours 2026

Visitors embark on a guided tour through festively adorned historic halls featuring 15-foot Christmas trees. The experience explores the music room, family sitting room, and family kitchen. Admission also includes all-day garden access along with a mince pie crumble slice and mulled wine served en-route in Jim's Bar.

What to Expect

Guided house tour featuring 15ft Christmas trees, mulled wine, and garden access.

Event Details

Duration

1 hour.

Food & Drink

The tour includes a mince pie crumble slice and mulled wine served en route in Jim's Bar, with a non-alcoholic option available.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Adults and older children who enjoy festive house tours

Vibe

Festive and intimate

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

££

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Thornbridge Hall
Bakewell DE45 1NZ, UK
Bakewell

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: £22 per person according to the overview. Listed ticket options are Adult (Tour & Garden entry) £23.06 including a £1.06 fee; Essential Carer House Tour & Garden entry £11.53 including a £0.53 fee, with valid ID and purchased with at least 1 Adult ticket; Child (Tour & Garden entry) £10.48 including a £0.48 fee, recommended 10 years and over. Tickets include garden entry, a mince pie crumble slice and mulled wine, with a non-alcoholic option; tickets for 20–22 November, 27–29 November and 4–6 December also include Christmas Market access. Fee is capped at £6.00. – Get tickets
  • Hours: 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm daily, except during other events.
  • Accessibility: Some walking and steps are involved, though wheelchair access is available with prior notice.
  • Pets: Well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Tips & Advice

  • Book a timed tour in advance, since walk-ins are accepted only when space is available and groups are limited to 18 guests.
  • Choose from the 11am, 12:30pm or 2pm starts, and avoid visiting December 21 through January 8 when no house tours run.
  • Give the venue advance notice if you need wheelchair access, as some walking and steps are part of the tour.
  • Thornbridge Club members should email to book; carer tickets require valid ID and must be bought alongside at least one adult ticket.
  • Well-behaved dogs are welcome, and children are welcome too, though the venue recommends a minimum age of 10 for this guided experience.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Essential Carer tickets are available with valid ID and must be purchased with at least one adult ticket.
  • Children are welcome; a minimum age of 10 is recommended.
  • Thornbridge Club members should email to book.
  • Tickets for November 20–22, November 27–29, and December 4–6 also include Christmas Market access.
  • No house tours run from December 21 to January 8.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I book ahead, or can I walk in?

Booking is advised, and walk-ins are subject to availability. Some dates may sell out; tickets are on sale until shortly before the experience starts.

What will I see on the tour?

A guide leads a one-hour tour through festively decorated halls, including the music room, family sitting room and family kitchen, with 15-foot Christmas trees.

What food and drink are included?

The ticket includes a mince pie crumble slice and mulled wine served en route in Jim's Bar; a non-alcoholic drink option is available.

Are children welcome on the tour?

Children are welcome, though a minimum age of 10 is recommended for the guided experience.

Is wheelchair access available, and can I bring a dog?

Some walking and steps are involved. Wheelchair access is available with prior notice, and well-behaved dogs are welcome.

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Last Updated: Nov 5, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team