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Savour the last of autumn and watch the spectacular fireworks at Kenilworth Castle.
With Christmas right around the corner, get into the festive spirit with our magical trails, visits to meet Father Christmas or try your hands at seasonal crafts.
Follow our Walking with The Snowman™ trail at Belsay Hall and Wrest Park, have some Festive Fun or make the season extra special with a visit to meet Father Christmas.
You can also make a start on your Christmas shopping and find a Christmas Market to visit.
There's plenty to do at English Heritage sites in the run-up to Christmas.
Don't forget, if you book your tickets to our daytime events in advance, you can save 15% on your entry price.
Enjoy the Fireworks Display at Kenilworth Castle
Join Kenilworth Round Table for their biggest charity event of the year - the annual Fireworks Spectacular at Kenilworth Castle on Saturday 7 November.
There will be a variety of tasty food and drink stalls to enjoy too.
All profits from the event are donated towards local charities and community projects.
Book tickets for the fireworks spectacularWalking with The Snowman™ Christmas Trail
This winter, something special is happening at Wrest Park and Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens. The Snowman™ has tip‑toed into the gardens – and he’s brought a host of cheerful friends with him.
From Saturday 7 November follow a festive family trail to discover twelve giant Snowman sculptures hidden throughout the grounds, inspired by Raymond Briggs' beloved classic.
Keep your eyes peeled – each sculpture hides a secret letter. Collect all twelve and you’ll reveal a magical Christmas word.
So pull on your hats and scarves and head out for a charming winter adventure, sprinkled with nostalgia from Raymond Briggs’ much‑loved classic.
Book in advance online and save 15%. Members go free.
Book your visit to meet Father Christmas
Join Father Christmas at one of our historical sites this December for a magical way to start the festive season. After a group storytelling session, you and your children will meet the man himself, with the chance to take photographs and make memories to treasure and recieve a traditional present to unwrap.
- Meet Father Christmas at Audley And House and Gardens, Saffron Walden
- Meet Father Christmas at Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Northumberland
- Meet Father Christmas at Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, Doncaster
- Meet Father Christmas at Dover Castle, Dover
- Meet Father Christmas at Eltham Palace and Gardens, London
- Meet Father Christmas at Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire
- Meet Father Christmas at Kenwood, London
- Meet Father Christmas at Marble Hill, London
- Meet Father Christmas at Wrest Park, Bedfordshire
Have some Festive Fun
Join us for festive days out across the country that the whole family will love. Make magical memories as you explore our castles, palaces, historic houses and gardens and enjoy seasonal activities.
Book your visit for:
- Festive Fun at Audley And House and Gardens, Saffron Walden
- Festive Fun at Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Northumberland
- Festive Fun at Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, Doncaster
- Festive Fun at Dover Castle, Dover
- Festive Fun at Eltham Palace and Gardens, London
- Festive Fun at Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire
- Festive Fun at Osborne, Isle of Wight
- Festive Fun at Walmer Castle and Gardens, Kent
- Festive Fun at Wrest Park, Bedfordshire
Book in advance online and save 15%. Members go free.
Enjoy a Wreath-making Workshop
Join us in magnificent surroundings for a fabulously festive day of wreath making. You will be guided through the step by step process by our expert gardeners to create a beautiful wreath. Book a workshop at:
- Audley End House and Gardens, Essex (includes a Festive Afternoon Tea)
- Eltham Palace and Gardens, London (includes a Festive Afternoon Tea)
- Marble Hill, London
- Wrest Park, Bedfordshire (includes a Festive Afternoon Tea)
Christmas Markets to visit
Get ahead and start your Christmas shopping at our:
- Pop-up Winter Market at Wrest Park, Sat 14 and Sun 15 November
- Festive Fair at Fort Brockhurst, Sat 14 and Sun 15 November
- Christmas Craft Fair at Belsay Hall, Sat 21 and Sun 22 November
- Christmas Market and Lantern Parade at Bolsover Castle, Sat 28 November
- Festive Shoppig Days at Walmer Castle, Thu 19, 26 Nov and Thu 3, 10 and 16 December
- Christmas Market at Gainsborough Old Hall, Sat 5 and Sun 6 December
- Christmas Market at Audley End House and Gardens, Fri 11, Sat 12 and Sun 13 December (local residents get free entry on Friday 11th)
It’s the perfect opportunity to pick up something special for Christmas, support small businesses and enjoy a lovely festive day out.
Members' Events
Exclusively for you, our Members' Events offer behind-the-scenes access to our sites and expert tours. From London walking tours to experiencing how Christmas at a country house was celebrated, you can get up and close to heritage with our historians.
Bookings are now open for Members’ Events taking place from October 2026 through to March 2027. Browse all the events on offer and book your tickets now. Spaces are limited
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