Christmas Tours and Carols at Highclere Castle
Highclere Castle, Highclere · 3 December to 6 December 2026
Self-guided visits to the state rooms and gallery bedrooms of Highclere Castle, the house used as Downton Abbey, with its Christmas decorations, carols and a courtyard gift market. This year's decorations have a Scandinavian theme.
Highlights
- A 24-foot Christmas tree in the Saloon
- Carols and seasonal music
- Egyptian Exhibition included
- Courtyard Christmas gift market, weather permitting
Good to know
- Tickets must be booked online in advance; none are sold on the day
- Choose a morning, midday, afternoon or sunset entry window
- Sunset slots see the lights after dark
Getting there
Highclere Castle, Highclere Park, Highclere, Newbury, RG20 9RN
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