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Christmas 2023 at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

Explore 100 acres of picturesque historic gardens this Christmas as festive cheer arrives at Hillsborough Castle.

Experience the magic of our Walking With The Snowman™ trail, included in your Gardens ticket, and take in a spot of Christmas shopping.

Pre-book your Gardens tickets now, or become a member to enjoy unlimited adventures all-year-round.

Pre-book Gardens tickets now

Explore Hillsborough Castle and Gardens at Christmas

  • Things to see
  • Events
  • Families
  • Christmas

Walking With The Snowman

Explore a magical festive trail as Raymond Briggs' classic comes to Hillsborough Castle.

  • 18 November 2023 - 07 January 2024
  • In line with gardens opening hours
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in gardens admission (members go free)
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  • Families
  • Christmas

Christmas Family Activities

Celebrate Christmas with a range of festive family-friendly activities and workshops.

  • 11 November - 16 December 2023
  • 10:30 - 15:30
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in gardens admission (members go free)
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  • Events
  • Christmas

Christmas wreath making workshop

Create a seasonal Christmas wreath using foliage from the castle grounds.

  • 08, 09 and 13 December 2023
  • 10:00 and 13:30
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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  • Families
  • Christmas
  • Events
  • Things to see

Brunch with Santa

Indulge in a magical brunch with Santa at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens!

  • 09, 16, and 23 December
  • 10:00-13:00
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Free
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Festive Castle Afternoon Tea Experience

17 December 2023

Experience an exclusive Christmas Afternoon Tea in the magnificent Throne Room at Hillsborough Castle.

Gardens entry included and discounted for members. Not suitable for under 12s.

Christmas Gifts Inspired by the Castle

A family of two adults and two children enjoy playing and walking on the South Lawn of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens in autumn 2019.

Gift Membership

Turn the past into your present with gift membership.

Shop online

Enjoy some Christmas shopping with our wide range of gifts, homeware and jewellery inspired by the castle and gardens.

Pre-book Your Gardens Tickets Now

Pre-book Your Gardens Tickets

Experience the magic of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens by pre-booking your tickets now.