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Christmas in Yorkshire
From luxury decorations to twinkling lights, festive shows and where to meet the man in red, we've got you covered this festive season.
Top Christmas days out
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Christmas at Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Discover Christmas 2024 at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal. Wrap up warm and grab a mulled drink or a festive bake. Immerse yourself in the 'Winter Tales' and as the afternoon light starts to fade, wander through the glowing abbey ruins.
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Christmas at Treasurer's House
Discover beautiful and unique decorations, twinkling lights and all the warmth of the festive season at Treasurer’s House in York as we share the stories of Frank Green and the people around him, 16 November - 18 December, Saturday - Wednesday. Head downstairs to the café serving seasonal treats and the shop around the corner to complete your visit.
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Christmas at Wentworth Castle Gardens
Explore the beauty of winter and enjoy the festive Christmas season at Wentworth Castle Gardens with a range of events to suit everyone: from winter walks and craft workshops, to 'Meet the Deer' and the community toy swap.
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Christmas at Ormesby Hall
The scene is set for one and all for a fairytale themed Christmas at Ormesby Hall. This year the rooms will be adorned with sparkling lights, fairytale inspired decorations and lots of fun.
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Christmas at Nunnington Hall
Christmas through the ages at Nunnington Hall, with period rooms authentically decorated from Tudor Times to the Georgian Age through to the 1920s.
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Christmas at Nostell
Step into a world of timeless traditions at Nostell this Christmas. Soak up the magic and sparkle in the house, visit the charming gingerbread village, get creative with Christmas crafts and take a peek inside the exquisite 18c Dolls' House, decorated in miniature. As you wander around, keep your eyes peeled to see if you can spot Father Christmas himself.
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Christmas at East Riddlesden Hall
Find out who will be visiting the Hall this year to spread festive cheer. Plan your winter visit, from visiting the gardens and grounds to refreshments in the tearoom.
Meet Father Christmas
Tickets can go quickly for this popular time of year, plan ahead and book one of the reamaining spaces with the man in red, or visit one of the places where meeting the man in red is all part of your visit.
A brand new festive show at Ormesby Hall
Don't miss a special showing of the Frost Kingdom featuring Father Christmas and his elves, the Snow Queen and Jack Frost - created in partnership with the Walking Theatre Company. After the show, have a meet and greet and photo-opportunity, and a gift to take home.
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Two ways to meet Father Christmas at Nostell
Pre-book your spot for a traditional grotto experience on weekends or on selected Fridays, see him in the house as an unexpected part of your visit. A great options for little ones to experience a sprinkling of magic but are perhaps not yet big enough or a little more nervous for a meet and greet.
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Festive storytelling with Mrs. Claus at East Riddlesden Hall
Drop-in for this weekend experience as part of your visit, no pre-booking required. Mrs. Claus loves to tell a good story and even better when there's an audience to share it with.
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Winter events
See what's on from mid-November into the New Year. Plan quality time with your loved ones to make a wreath, see a seasonal show or pick a winter walk to blow away the cobwebs.
Alternative winter days out
If Christmas decorations and light are not for you, or just want a break from festivities, here's what else to consider for a day out around Yorkshire.
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Art at Beningbrough
Discover more about the Reddihough Galleries on the first floor of Beningbrough Hall. We are currently between exhibitions, see what's coming next and highlights of previous art that has been displayed.
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Exploring Brimham Rocks
From rocks to moorland, Brimham Rocks offers a host of different of features for visitors. Take a look at the highlights of what you might see on your next visit.
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Walking on Marsden Moor
Explore the many walking trails on Marsden Moor, try Nordic walking for fitness, or join a guided walk to learn about the landscape with a National Trust volunteer.
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Hunt for fossils on the Yorkshire Coast
Find out what the Yorkshire Coast has to offer, from fossil hunting and walking routes, to the villages that reveal the human history of this wild landscape.
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Family fun at Hardcastle Crags
With 15 miles of footpaths to explore in the beautiful Yorkshire countryside, there's lots to discover on a walk at Hardcastle Crags.
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Get outdoors in the Dales
Discover the Yorkshire Dales with their rolling countryside, steep-sided valleys, heather-covered moorland and a patchwork of dry stone walls and barns.
Festive days out further afield
Christmas in the North East
Enjoy magical days out with the kids and events and activities for all the family in the North East this festive season. Discover towering trees, decorations and sparkle indoors and out, woodland fairy trails, twilight lantern walks and so much more.
Christmas around Cheshire and Greater Manchester
Celebrate Christmas in Cheshire and Greater Manchester and find lots of things to see and do with family and friends at Dunham Massey, Quarry Bank, Lyme, Tatton Park and more.
Christmas in the Lake District
Plan your festive day out around places in the Lake District and find lots of things to see and do with all the family.
Christmas days out in Liverpool and Lancashire
Plan Christmas days out in Liverpool and Lancashire with lots of festive events and things to do. See a Tudor house adorned with festive decorations, have breakfast with Father Christmas, or enjoy a winter walk with friends and family.
All Christmas days out in Yorkshire