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Sussex is a place of iconic coastline, gardens, literary greats, rolling South Downs, vast art collections and a castle.
Christmas in Sussex
This Christmas 2024 we're bringing festive traditions to life at our country houses, atmospheric gardens and wintry countryside in Sussex. Places are closed 24 and 25 Dec.
Top Christmas days out in Sussex
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Christmas at Nymans: The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe
23 Nov - 5 Jan. Step through the wardrobe into Narnia at Nymans this Christmas. Inspired by C.S. Lewis’ classic tale, ‘The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe’ explore enchanting scenes on a magical, festive journey through the house and garden.
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The Snowman™ at Sheffield Park and Garden this Christmas
30 Nov - 12 Jan. The World of the Snowman™ is coming to Sheffield Park and Garden. Families are invited on a festive walk, re-living the magic of Raymond Briggs’ heart-warming picture book. Look out for twelve decorated sculptures of The Snowman™. Traditional fairground rides and games add to the fun.
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Christmas at Petworth House
30 Nov - 5 Jan. Discover a festive wonderland at Petworth House. The historic state rooms are filled with showstopping trees, twinkling lights and atmospheric lanterns. Look out for mischievous mice and a beautiful paper-crafted nativity scene.
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Christmas at Standen: All I want for Christmas
16 Nov - 5 Jan. Step inside Standen - an imaginatively decorated Arts and Crafts home at Christmas, atmospherically lit with twinkling lights and Christmas trees. Follow a family trail around the garden and meet Father Christmas in his woodland den.
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Christmas at Bodiam Castle
30 Nov - 5 Jan. Bodiam Castle is decorated with natural foliage and greenery for a medieval-style Christmas. Get stuck into medieval feast-inspired games, curl up for stories in the cosy, grotto-style tower room and enjoy live musical performances.
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A Writer’s Christmas at Bateman’s
16 Nov - 5 Jan. Enter the jungle and a world of festive warmth, colour, tradition and creativity. Discover the animals from Rudyard Kipling’s much-loved tale ‘The Jungle Book’ around the house. Little ones can spot the tree monkeys jumping on the bed and Baloo the bear, as well as a special Christmas cake inspired by the story.
Christmas at Lamb House
25 Nov - 22 Dec. Immerse yourself in the jazz age at Lamb House as we celebrate Christmas inspired by the Mapp & Lucia book series by E. F. Benson. Enjoy 1930s music and explore the house as it's transformed to resemble the fictional Mallards residence, which was based on Lamb House when Benson lived here. Experience workshops, trails, and lots of references to these classic books sprinkled throughout your visit.