Get into the festive spirit
From wreath-making workshops and carol concerts to winter illuminations, find Christmas days out near you.
Christmas at The Vyne
All is not as it seems; from 20 November to 5 January, in The Vyne's house and gardens, lose yourself in Lewis Carroll's dreamlike children's classics Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking-Glass. When you need to refuel you can order steaming hot chocolates, coffees or something a little stronger in the cosy Brewhouse tea-room. You’ll find a range of festive gifts in the shop. House open 11am-3pm, gardens 10am-4pm. Closed 24 & 25 December.
Festive family fun in 2024
Wonderland Christmas family activities
Daily until 5 Jan inclusive 11am-3pm (closed 24 & 25 Dec)
All ages can explore The Vyne's gardens and the ground floor of the house lavishly decorated to depict Lewis Carroll's much-loved Wonderland. Collect your trail sheet from Visitor Reception and join Alice on a quest through the gardens dotted with light-hearted displays before entering the house. Enjoy nonsensical fun challenges and activities before collecting your prize. £2 per trail sheet and prize.
Christmas decorations 2024
Daily until 5 Jan inclusive (closed 24 & 25 Dec)
On the ground floor of the house, sparkling trees laden with baubles illuminate whimsical and nonsensical displays inspired by ‘Looking-Glass’ such as a quirky ‘illogical’ room where glittering upside-down Christmas trees point disconcertingly to the floor. In the Stone Gallery, you’ll see a giant chess board where, in the story, Alice must play boldly to become a queen.
At key focal points in the gardens, you’ll encounter depictions of much-loved characters and famous scenes from ‘Alice’s Adventures’ including the Queen of Heart’s army of cards on the north lawn.
Festive food and drink
Warm your cockles with hearty one-pots and soups in the Brewhouse tea-room. Or why not pick up an indulgent hot drink such as hot chocolate or spice-infused mulled wine with a mince pie to help take the chill off a winter’s day?
Christmas shopping at The Vyne
Discover a selection of festive bites and beverages, nature-inspired Christmas decorations and Christmas cards and calendars in The Vyne's gift shop, as well as quality books and kitchen and homeware.
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