A girl and a boy looking at a Christmas tree, covered in lights at Ickworth in Suffolk. — Bauble decorations on a Christmas tree | © National Trust Images/Rob Stothard

Christmas in Suffolk

Christmas isn't far away, which means it's time to get into the festive spirit. Join us at Ickworth for an exciting new Christmas experience for 2024. There will also be Christmas crafts, Yuletide celebrations and more.

A line of white LED candles between branches of a christmas tree

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Christmas on the Continent

Visit Ickworth this festive season for an immersive journey through Europe. Join the Earl Bishop and his family on their Grand Tour during the 1800s. Experience the atmospheric Ruins of Rome, climb the snow-capped Swiss Alps, take a trip through a Bavarian cabin or wander through the colourful Venetian Carnival.

The Santa Show

Santa is trying to navigate the world with all of his presents in time for Christmas morning, but his sleigh has broken down! Will his helpers get things back on track in time for Christmas? Join KD Production in the delightful, interactive sing-along show perfect for children aged 2 -6 years old.

a child dressed in a red christmas jumper holding up a green card wreath that they have made. their face is framed inside the wreath

Christmas Crafts in the Gallery

The popular crafts return to the West Wing Gallery during the school holidays. Get crafty making paper boats and hot air balloon lanterns ready for your own festive adventures.

The feasting table decorated with drinking horns and food all positioned under a sculpture of the famous Sutton Hoo helmet

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Yule at Sutton Hoo

Discover what the festive period meant to the Anglo-Saxons living 1500 year ago and find out where our traditions came from with Yuletide celebration at Sutton Hoo.

A woman and little boy looking at decorations and wishes hanging from a Christmas tree

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Christmas at Lavenham Guildhall

Enjoy the magical Christmas lights and spectacular tree in the market square, follow a festive family trail in the Guildhall and indulge in some seasonal specials in the tea-room.

Coastguard Cottages at Dunwich Heath, with frost-covered heathland in the foreground

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Christmas at Dunwich Heath

Get back to nature this Christmas with a winter visit to Dunwich Heath.

A gold heart and red stocking Christmas decoration in the branches of a Christmas tree

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Christmas at Flatford

We'll be celebrating the festive season at Flatford this year with decorations, winter treats and Christmas crafts. Enjoy a winter walk in the Suffolk countryside with your loved ones, or join one of our Christmas events. There's also a seasonal menu in our cosy tea-room and a chance to pick up the perfect stocking filler from the shop.

Two visitors walking with their push chairs through the Japanese Gardens in autumn at Tatton Park, Cheshire, with leaves on the floor all around them.

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Gift membership

Stuck for Christmas gift ideas? Give someone special a whole year of adventures with National Trust gift membership. Whether you're searching for a present for mum, dad, your grandparents or a friend who wants to explore more places, a gift membership could make their year.