Christmas at Wallington
Visitors can explore the historic house adorned with unique handmade decorations showcasing crafts from embroidery and knitting to ceramics. The Central Hall features a dazzling 20-foot Christmas tree alongside live musical performances, while outside guests can spot 'Magnificence' the reindeer pulling the Wallington sleigh. Seasonal food and drinks are available across the property, including festive treats in the Clocktower Café and mince pies in the house kitchen.
What to Expect
Cosy Crafted Christmas featuring handmade decorations and a 20-foot tree.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
North East
Organizer
National Trust
Food & Drink
The Clocktower Café has Christmas goodies, while the House Kitchen serves mince pies and prosecco on selected December dates; Festive Afternoon Tea with optional prosecco is also available on selected dates.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families looking for festive crafts and santa experiences
Vibe
Cosy and crafty
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: House: 11.30am–3.30pm on the stated open days, except Saturdays and Sundays 30 November–20 December when it is open until 4pm. Free walkaround Father Christmas and storytelling: 11.30am to 3pm. Festive live music: 12.15pm to 3pm, with timings possibly varying slightly on the day.
- Parking: Car parking is free for National Trust members and included in the ticket price for non-members.
- Accessibility: Mobility parking, adapted toilets, and free bookable mobility scooters and wheelchairs are available, though grounds feature some steep slopes and uneven paths.
- Pets: Dogs are welcome on the parkland and woodland trails and in the walled garden.
Tips & Advice
- The small-group Father Christmas Experience is sold out. Visit on a walkaround day to catch Father Christmas touring the House for free.
- Avoid Tuesdays and Wednesdays on 1–16 December if you want to see the House, because it's closed to the public for bookable events.
- Have your camera ready in the Central Hall, where the 20ft Christmas tree makes a perfect spot for a family photo.
- If you book the Festive Afternoon Tea, note there's a vegetarian option but the set menu can't be changed for other dietary needs.
- Head to the Kitchen during your House visit on selected December dates for a glass of prosecco and a mince pie.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free walkaround Father Christmas and drop-in storytelling with Mrs Christmas on 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 21 and 22 December.
- Quiet Father Christmas Experience on 13 and 22 December, with no music and a maximum of 15 children (book separately).
- Pre-school Father Christmas Experience for under 5s on 15 December, with festive games and crafts (book separately).
- Festive Afternoon Tea in the Central Hall on 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 or 16 December, with live piano music and exclusive ground-floor access (book separately).
- Festive live music in the Central Hall on weekend days from 28 November to 20 December, on 21–23 December, and daily from 27 December to 3 January.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's different about Christmas at Wallington this year?
It's a Crafted Christmas. The House is decorated with handmade pieces made by visitors and local crafters, and each room features a different craft, from ceramics and embroidery to knitting and floral arrangements.
Can we see Father Christmas without booking?
Yes. Father Christmas walks around the House on selected December days, and Mrs Christmas tells drop-in stories in the Reading Room. Both are free during your visit.
Where can we get food and drink?
The Clocktower Café serves Christmas goodies beside a wood burner. On selected December dates, you can also get prosecco and mince pies in the House Kitchen.
Can I help make the decorations?
Yes. Drop-in craft sessions for all skill levels include paper chains, pompoms, crochet, stitching and appliqué, woollen leaves, and birds made from recycled materials.
Is there a quieter option for children who find crowds hard?
The Quiet Father Christmas Experience is a relaxed, accessible session with no music and a maximum of 15 children.
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