Christmas activities to add to your calendar

Are you looking for exciting activities and events to do this winter? Then look no further than Castle Howard, the beautiful estate famous for Bridgerton & Brideshead Revisited, is a place like no other. It’s Christmas visitor attractions have won awards, and this year’s Alice in Wonderland themed festive event is nominated for Visit York’s Tourism Awards 2024.

Alice’s Christmas Wonderland – Curiouser and curiouser! Tumble down the rabbit hole into a winter wonderland like no other, with Castle Howard’s spectacular Christmas event in the House. Alice is planning a huge Christmas party, and she invites you to follow the White Rabbit through Castle Howard’s grand halls and regal rooms with each twist and turn revealing fanciful festive surprises.
When: 15th November – 5th January
Cost: Tickets from £21

Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea – Take a seat at the most elegant of tea parties! Castle Howard’s sumptuous festive Afternoon Tea includes delicate sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and intricate miniature cakes, served with a selection of tea and coffee in Castle Howard’s Grecian Hall. Select sittings will also feature special theatrical appearances from the Hatter himself.
When: 16th November – 29th December
Cost: Adults from £39.50. Must be pre-booked in advance.
Father Christmas in the Castle – Meet Father Christmas, Mrs Claus and jolly WonderPhil at Castle Howard this Christmas. Watch a joyful performance bursting with jingle bells and Christmas spirit, sing Christmas songs together, and enjoy a special, individual moment with Father Christmas himself. All children take home a Christmas gift.
When: 23rd November – 24th December
Cost: Child tickets from £60. Tickets must be pre-booked.

For more inspiration on what’s going on at Castle Howard, visit: https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/