Christmas at Avebury
Avebury Manor remains closed following flooding in January, but Christmas magic will be sprinkled across the site and there’s still lots of festive cheer for all to enjoy.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Visit Avebury this festive period to enjoy decorations across the site, and lots of festive events and activities for all the family.
Continue your Christmas shopping with three weekends of Christmas markets, where you can browse a range of local artisanal stallholders in the atmospheric threshing barn while listening to seasonal songs and music.
If you’re a history lover, why not join a guided winter walk of the Avebury stone circle with expert archaeologist, Dr Nick Snashall, followed by a warming drink and mince pie?
Families can meet the traditional, green-cloaked St. Nicholas in the magically decorated dovecote to hear a festive story and receive a present.
If you’re feeling crafty, why not have a go at creating a beautiful Christmas wreath for your door at a wreath making workshop with a local florist.
Elsewhere on site, have a go at the festive gingerbread house trail in Avebury Manor Garden, or try to spot all of the hidden robins in the Alexander Keiller Museum.
Find out about all these events and book your place on the National Trust Avebury website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/avebury/events
Please note: Unfortunately, Avebury Manor remains closed due to flooding in January but some of the handcrafted Christmas magic has been sprinkled around the rest of the site.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Suitability
Children are welcome at most events.
- Meeting point
You will be able to find out about all these events on the website, or by asking at visitor reception in the barn. Some events require pre-booking so please check the website in advance.
- What to bring and wear
The site can be cold an windy, and the ground can be slippery so please dress for the winter weather.
- Accessibility
Some events are accessible for wheelchairs. Please check each individual event on the website for more details.
- Other
Pre-booking is required for some events. Please check the National Trust Avebury website event page for individual event listings and more details.
Upcoming events
Story time with St. Nicholas
Enter the festively decorated Dovecote to meet St. Nicholas, hear a special Christmas story, and receive a Christmas gift.
Wild winter spotter trail
If you're visiting Avebury over the winter as a family, why not pick up a free winter spotter trail?
February half term museum trail
Visit the Alexander Keiller Museum to learn more about Avebury, and try becoming a museum detective on a free trail.
February half term 'bird search'
Explore Avebury Manor Garden with a free family trail to help some native British birds find their homes.