Plan your visit to The Children's Country House at Sudbury
With lots to see and do, for both the young and young at heart, plan your visit to The Children's Country House at Sudbury.
A Once Upon a Time Christmas at The Children's Country House at Sudbury
From 30 November 2024 to 6 January 2025, be transported into a tale as old as time at The Children's Country House at Sudbury as mice, clocks, pumpkins and more, take over the property and tell the story of Cinderella. Admire Christmas trees in the Hall, meet Father Christmas (on selected dates), follow Cinderella's journey to the ball and be enchanted in the gardens. Cinderella is the beginning of our new 'Once Upon a Time' festive theme.
Christmas Events
Father Christmas Walkabouts
On 14, 15, 21 and 22 December, Father Christmas is visiting The Children's Country House at Sudbury to say hello to visitors and wish them a very merry Christmas. This is a walkabout event, so there is no need to book. On 14 and 15 December, walkabouts will take place at 10AM, 11AM, 12PM and 1PM and on 21 and 22 December at 11AM, 12PM, 1PM.
Breakfast with Father Christmas
Start your day with a hearty breakfast and enjoy a visit from Father Christmas who will be stopping by with gifts for the children on 21 and 22 December. Father Christmas is busy this season, so pre-booking is essential for all guests. Breakfast takes places from 9:45 to 10:45AM.
Festive Afternoon Tea
Take part in a festive afternoon tea in the brand new Parlour space this Christmas. The afternoon tea includes a delicious selection of sandwiches, quiche, sweet treats and scones with a tea or coffee, and of course, mince pies. Afternoon Tea is available on 30 November, and 1, 7 and 8 December 2024.
Christmas in the Hall
Explore rooms in the Hall, each telling a different part of the Cinderella story and adorned in festive splendour. This year, The Children's Country House at Sudbury has teamed up with the WELLIES Foundation, HandMade Theatre and Nottingham Trent University Theatre Design students to trim each part of the Hall. As you venture through each space, prepare to be amazed at the tale that awaits.
Christmas in the Museum of Childhood
Write your very own letter to Father Christmas to post directly to the North Pole, and take part in exciting festive trails throughout the Museum of Childhood. The Project Gallery reopens for Christmas, with a community exhibition exploring global versions of the Cinderella story.
Christmas in the Gardens
Learn about the plants that we see throughout the colder months and search for Cinderella's carriage, the Fairy Godmother and some magical wands in the gardens. This year, the beloved Moongate returns so get your cameras at the ready for some fantastic festive photos.
Second-hand bookshop
Make sure you stop by the Book Jungle, the second-hand bookshop. You may find the perfect Christmas gift for a friend or loved one. Each purchase helps us to look after the nature, beauty and history of The Children's Country House at Sudbury.
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