Get into the festive spirit
From wreath-making workshops and carol concerts to winter illuminations, find Christmas days out near you.
Christmas at Killerton
For Christmas 2024 we invited you to immerse yourself in festive cheer, with fairy lights and garlands filling the house and stable block. The traditional decorations sparkled throughout the house, and the tradition themed children's trail took you through the garden and Chapel grounds with laughter and fun all the way. The community trees lit up the chapel, along with music from local choirs.
Christmas 2024 is now finished at Killerton
Oh what fun! We hope you enjoyed all we had to offer. Please see the information below for a glimpse of what Christmas 2025 will bring, and check back nearer the time to see what other exciting plans we have in store for you.
Christmas 2025
Join us for a very red Christmas. Killerton will host The Red Dress Project during the 2025 festive season.
The Red Dress project is a collaborative embroidery project begun by British artist Kirstie Macleod in 2009. The dress has been a canvas for individuals around the world to share their voices. The dress has travelled to 51 countries and passed through the hands of 380 embroiderers (majority women), many of whom are vulnerable and living in poverty.
"Initially the project sought to generate a dialogue of identity through embroidery, uniting people around the world without borders. However, over the 14 years the dress has also become a platform for self-expression and an opportunity for voices to be amplified and heard." - Kirstie Macleod
Christmas 2024
A feel-good Christmas
A warm welcome with a beautifully decorated house
Weave your way through the ground floor of Killerton house traditionally dressed with lush green garlands, sparkling trees, decorative fireplaces and fairy lights to give that feel-good glow of Christmas.
As you move through the house you will encounter a series of cosy scenes, from Christmas games around the fire in the music room, to afternoon tea and carol singing in the drawing room, to a dining room laden with a Christmas feast.
Spot family photographs and replicas of Agnes Acland's Christmas cards in the entrance hall, enjoy the cheerful display of decorations in each room and add your Christmas wishes to the wishing wreath.
Prefer a quieter visit? Why not book on to one of our 'Relaxed hour' house sessions; designed to be of benefit to visitors who prefer a quieter and calmer experience, such as those with autism, SEN or dementia. These sessions will be running on the 4th, 11th, and 18th December from 10am-11am - booking essential.
Festive fun in the garden and parkland
Do you have a family Christmas tradition?
Join us for family fun and take part in the outdoor children’s trail. Discover Christmas traditions old and new with interactive activities for all ages leading you through the gardens, parkland and Chapel grounds.
Design a Victorian Christmas card, build a marble run, and put on a festive show just as the Killerton Aclands did.
The outdoor trail is free to all visitors, normal admissions apply.
Christmas in the Chapel
Community Christmas trees
Head to the chapel and marvel at the talented community groups that have lovingly decorated 12 sparkling Christmas trees.
The trees will be displayed from 30 November.
Christmas FAQs
Festive food and drink
Think seasonal flavoured hot chocolate and tasty treats. Why not take a mince pie on a walk around the gardens? Or treat yourself to a Christmas lunch after soaking in the festive atmosphere of the house. The Stables Coffee Shop and Killerton Kitchen Cafe will have a delicious winter menu launching later this year.
Christmas shopping at Killerton
Whether you're looking for unique Christmas gifts for loved ones, picking up a little treat for yourself, or decorating your home for the festive season, you'll be spoiled for choice in the shop at Killerton. Leave the busy high street behind and browse at your own pace this Christmas.
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