Christmas and New Year opening times
Many of our sites will be open this festive season, so why not enjoy the break in the beautiful surrounds of our historic places? There are plenty of special days out for the whole family to enjoy.
The places listed below are open at various times during the festive period between Boxing Day and New Year's Day. You'll find full details of their opening times, and more useful information for planning your visit, by clicking on each individual place.
Places to visit
The places listed below are open at various times during the festive period between Boxing Day and New Year's Day, and beyond. Opening times vary across the winter so please check specific property opening times before you visit.
Christmas Adventure Quests 2021
Explore our historic places with a festive family-friendly adventure quest. Follow the trail, find the clues and discover our amazing stories and secrets. This year our Christmas quest will be available throughout the festive season. You can join the quest at the following places from 27 Nov - 2 Jan 2022:
South of England
Dover Castle, 1066 Battle of Hastings Abbey & Battlefield, Osborne, Pendennis Castle, Stonehenge
London and the East of England
Framlingham Castle, Wrest Park,
The Midlands
Bolsover Castle, Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
North of England
Whitby Abbey, Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Beeston Castle and Woodland Park
Christmas at Kenwood
Spend a magical evening with friends and family at Kenwood this winter from Friday 2 December to Sunday 1 January.
A sensational light trail will be nestled amongst the grounds to captivate visitors of all ages, while awe-inspiring illuminations and installations will bring the night to life and transport visitors into an enchanting world of light and colour.
Enjoy festive food, warming cocktails and a host of brand-new sights and sounds.
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Winter Gardens
Our historic places are enchanting in the colder seasons so make the most of rewarding garden walks and sparkling wintry views.
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Winter Walks
Enjoy walks that take in some of our most atmospheric properties and read about the best places to escape the crowds.
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Scenic Motorway Stops
Escape the rush of traffic, stretch your legs, avoid the queues for the loos - stop off to explore England's story instead.