Skip to content
Skip to content

Wassail | Guided experience into the world of Wassailing

Discover the quirky traditions of wassailing in the Orchard.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join our merry volunteers and take part in the wassailing of Lyveden's orchard. Enjoy learning about the old traditions of wassailing, afterwards watch a mummers play that might give a lucky few of you the opportunity to participate!

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

Check admission prices

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Children are welcome.

Meeting point

Meet at the Shepherds hut at visitor reception.

What to bring and wear

Please dress for whatever the weather may be, including appropriate footwear. This event will be taking place in Lyveden's orchard, which has the potential to be wet and muddy.

Accessibility

This event will take place between Lyveden's orchard and the games green. This will involve walking over uneven ground. There is an off-road personal mobility scooter available to hire during your visit. Please get in touch if you would like to discuss your accessibility needs.

Upcoming events

Event

Discover wassailing at Lyveden 

Keep the festive feeling going beyond Christmas and step into the quirky world of wassailing.

Event summary

on
24 Jan to 10 Feb 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 11 other dates or times
Event

Starry Night needle felting - SOLD OUT 

Dive into the world of needle felting with Something Less Boring's enchanting Starry Night workshop.

Event summary

on
25 Jan 2025
at
11:00 to 15:30
Event

Tresham College | Reimagine 

Head to the common room to see the new exhibition from the students at Tresham College.

Event summary

on
14 Feb to 30 Apr 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 75 other dates or times
Event

Robin's Wassail | family trail 

Join Robin on an adventure to discover the tradition of Wassailing and join our celebration of nature.

Event summary

on
15 Feb to 23 Feb 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 8 other dates or times