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Christmas at Seaton Delaval Hall

Aurora Strings perform on the Baroque theatre stage in the West Wing at Seaton Delaval Hall Northumberland
Aurora Strings perform on the Baroque theatre stage in the West Wing at Seaton Delaval Hall Northumberland | © Colin Davison Photography

Christmas 2024 at Seaton Delaval Hall is all about enjoying the simpler side of the festive season, complete with natural decorations, live music and song, seasonal eats, winter walks and the hall magically lit, indoors and out.

Extended opening Friday 13 and Saturday 14 December

No need to book! Join us to enjoy the hall bathed in twinkly, festive lighting inside and out as we keep the hall open until 8pm. Bring your family, meet your friends and enjoy an evening of Christmas magic at Seaton Delaval Hall.

A family enjoys the Christmas tree in the Saloon at Seaton Delaval Hall
A family enjoys the Christmas tree in the Saloon at Seaton Delaval Hall | © Trevor Ray Hart

Robin's Winter Wander trail

30 November - 5 January

Can you complete all of Robin’s winter challenges on a festive adventure around Seaton Delaval Hall? Find all the Christmas reindeer, play jingle bells on the mushroom drums, complete the panto challenge on the baroque theatre stage and discover all of the festive baubles hidden throughout. Pick up Robin’s winter wander from Visitor Welcome, free with standard admission.

An illustrated robin in snow wearing a chequed winter hat and scarf
Robin's Winter Wander at Seaton Delaval Hall Northumberland | © Bethan Maisie Illustrates

Festive Friday Crafts

Fridays, 11am-2pm, 6th December - 3 January

Enjoy drop-in festive Friday crafts in the Potting Sheds throughout December. Make a decoration for your tree or gift it to a loved one and get ready to see in the new year.

6th December - Lollipop Snowflakes
13th December - Christmas Tree Decorations
20th December - Paper Plate Baubles
27th December - Paper Tube Fireworks & New Years party hats
3rd January - Hand print snow globes

a child enjoying Christmas crafts
Enjoy Festive Friday crafts in the Potting Sheds throughout December | © Rebecca Hughes

Saturday Singing

Saturdays 12noon - 2pm, 7 - 21 December

There's nothing like the sound of Christmas carols to get you into the spirit of the festive season, so join us on Saturdays for a selection of familiar favourites. Performances will take place in the Stables, so you can enjoy them whatever the weather!

Saturday 7 December - Seaton Sluice Singers

Saturday 14 December - Cramlington Community Choir

Saturday 21 December - Whitley Women's Choir

Seasonal Sunday Strings

Sundays 12noon-2pm, 1 - 22 December

Join us for a magical and musical festive treat with live music from the North East's leading string quartet. Performances will take place on the Baroque stage in the West Wing, complete with traditional wintery scenery and plenty of festive sparkle.

String quartet Aurora Strings performing on the Baroque stage at Seaton Delaval Hall Northumberland for Christmas
String quartet Aurora Strings performing on the Baroque stage at Seaton Delaval Hall Northumberland for Christmas | © Colin Davison

Wreath making workshops

Friday 6 & Saturday 7 December, 1-3pm

Booking essential. All tickets £45, suitable for over 14s. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult

Get your Christmas creativity flowing with our festive wreath making workshops. Join our gardening team who will talk you through the steps to make a beautiful Christmas wreath with materials collected from the hall's gardens plus festive seasonal decorative items.


All materials are provided plus mulled wine (or non-alcoholic alternative) and a mince pie for added festive cheer!

Places are limited: book now.

Festive treats from the Brewhouse

There's lots of festive treats to enjoy from the Brewhouse this Christmas, and whether you're looking for turkey sandwiches with the trimmings, a seasonal sweet treat or a warming hot chocolate, the Brewhouse is the ideal location to warm up after your day (or evening!) out... with no washing up at the end!

A couple in a winter visit to the Brewhouse Cafe at Seaton Delaval Hall Northumberland
A couple in a winter visit to the Brewhouse Cafe at Seaton Delaval Hall Northumberland | © National Trust Images/Trevor Ray Hart

Christmas Opening Times

Extended opening: Friday 13 and Saturday 14 December, until 8pm.

General opening: Wednesday – Sunday, 10am – 4pm, buildings open 11am, last admission 3:15pm, last admission to buildings 3:30pm, site closes 4pm.

Northumberland school holidays:

Monday 23 December: open

Tuesday 24 December: closed

Wednesday 25 December: closed

Thursday 26 December: closed

Friday 27 December: open

then open daily until Sunday 5 January

Open daily, 10am – 4pm, buildings open 11am, last admission 3:15pm. So plan your post-Christmas wanders to walk off those mince pies!

Family visitors in the house at Trelissick looking up at a decorated Christmas tree together, Trelissick, Cornwall

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