Christmas at Beningbrough
Visitors can head to the top floor of the hall to spend time together creating seasonal crafts. Throughout the rest of the hall, guests can admire the historic ground-floor architecture and visit the Reddihough Galleries art exhibition. The estate also offers winter garden walks, a wilderness play area for children, and festive shopping in the stables.
What to Expect
Enjoy festive family crafting on the top floor of the hall.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
National Trust
Food & Drink
The restaurant serves homemade one-pot meals, seasonal bakes, flavoured coffees and hot chocolates with marshmallows; the Brew House in the laundry courtyard offers light bites.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
££
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Non-members pay normal admission prices on arrival at Beningbrough Babies under 18 months who do not require a gift can enter the Storytime session with the family for free; book a child ticket if a gift is wanted. – Get tickets
- Hours: During winter, Beningbrough is open 10am–3.30pm. Storytime is a timed session, but no session start times are given in the page text.
- Parking: Free parking close to the visitor entrance, with overflow parking on the grassed avenue when the weather allows.
- Accessibility: The route and room are accessible and the hall has a lift.
- Pets: Dogs are welcome everywhere except the hall, the laundry and the wilderness play area.
Tips & Advice
- Be on the top floor of the hall five minutes before your Storytime session with your booking confirmation, because the hall is several minutes' walk from admissions.
- Book a child ticket for your baby if you want them to get a gift, since free entry for babies under 18 months doesn't include one.
- If you're not a member, you pay normal admission on arrival as well as your Storytime ticket.
- Bring your refillable cup for a cheaper flavoured coffee or hot chocolate in the restaurant.
- Let children bring a letter for Father Christmas if they want to share their wish list during Storytime.
Special Events & Promotions
- Storytime with Father Christmas runs on Saturdays and Sundays, 5–20 December. Sessions are timed and booked separately, and they are now sold out.
- Babies under 18 months who don't need a gift go in to Storytime free with their family.
- Bring a refillable cup to get your seasonal drink at a reduced price.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at Storytime with Father Christmas?
It's a group session with festive stories and a Christmas challenge. Children get to tell Father Christmas what they've been up to and share their wish list, and they can bring a letter if they like. Each child gets a book at the end, and there's time for festive photos.
Is the whole hall decorated for Christmas?
No. The festive activities are on the top floor, where everyone can do seasonal crafts. The ground and first floors keep their current displays. These include the Whispers of the Wilderness: Exploring Wilderness Gardens exhibition in the Reddihough Galleries.
What is there for children outdoors?
The wilderness play area has trees to climb, places to hide and dens to build. You can also pick up the latest free family trail and look for seasonal surprises.
Where can we eat?
The restaurant serves homemade one pots, seasonal bakes, flavoured coffees and hot chocolates with marshmallows. The Brew House in the laundry courtyard has light bites and more.
Is it accessible?
The Storytime route and room are accessible, and the hall has a lift. The garden is mostly accessible, and there are accessible toilets. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters can be booked in advance.
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