It feels like everyone has got into the Christmas spirit extra early this year and we are embracing it! Visit us during November and December and feel the festive cheer all around. Here is what else you can expect to find going on:
This Christmas, spend quality time with loved ones and enjoy a seasonal experience as you journey through the magical Land of Oz – there’s no place like Hever!
In the Castle you will be met with beautiful traditionally decorated rooms, welcoming log fires and twinkling Christmas trees.
In front of the Castle you can ride the gallopers, your little ones can have a go on an octopus ride then head to the big wheel. (additional charges apply).
Appreciate relaxed Christmas shopping in the Gift Shops, and feast on delicious seasonal food in the cafes and kiosks.
You can also spend time at the Play Areas, in the Yew Maze, Garden Exhibition and Military Museum and on Lake Walk. The Miniature Model Houses will also be open to visitors.
The magical Christmas Lights experience starts from 16:00 when you can wrap up warm and enjoy a walk under the stars to explore the grounds. Witness the enchantment of the Castle, gardens and lake festooned with fabulous colours and twinkling lights, capturing the spirit of Christmas.
Bring torches and pop on your wellies to see Hever Castle’s much-loved gardens lit up with glorious colour washes, spectacular illuminations and music.
Head into the Castle and you will be met with beautiful traditionally decorated rooms, welcoming log fires and twinkling Christmas trees.
Time slots are starting to sell out for Twilight visits so make sure you pre-book ahead of time so you don’t miss out!
Nothing says ‘Christmas’ quite like a visit to Father Christmas at Hever Castle in the Grotto. You’ll be greeted by Mother Christmas before journeying along a tree-lined path, passing the reindeer stables, and encountering cheerful elves along the way.
We now have limited availability for visits to meet Father Christmas and we have sold out of all weekend Father Christmas tickets. Don’t miss out!
Pre-booking is essential.
This year tickets include entry to the Castle AND Gardens, meaning everyone gets to see the Castle dressed for the festive season.
Inside the Castle, you’ll find beautifully decorated rooms, welcoming log fires, and twinkling Christmas trees highlighting our Christmas in the Land of Oz theme, plus discover fun facts about the the original Wizard of Oz book written by L. Frank Baum. Experience the ‘Magic of Christmas Past’, including a Tudor Christmas in the Boleyn Apartment.
N.B. Audio Guides will not be available during the Christmas experience.
If you are looking for festive inspiration there are lots of Christmas gifts on Hever Castle’s online shop and also on the Estate in the Hever Shop, Courtyard Shop and Pro Shop at the Golf Club.
Online there is a wonderful selection of gifts from local food and drink to china, clothing, books, golfing products and unique gifts and mementoes.
Many reflect the Castle’s colourful history while others showcase the best of classic and contemporary design.
Unique ranges of Christmas gifts from Hever Castle include an Anne Boleyn range, based on the illustrated borders of the Book of Hours prayer book which is on display in the Castle. Plus, our favourite wooden ducks below!
This festive season, enjoy dining, entertainment and the Castle’s Christmas magic all in one evening at the Guthrie Pavilion Restaurant.
Explore Hever Castle’s Christmas experience from 5pm, then settle in at 7pm for a delicious locally inspired Christmas dinner and two nights of festive shows:
Tickets include the Twilight Christmas experience and are limited – book early to avoid disappointment.
There are still some tickets available to see Father Christmas when booked as part of a stay at Hever Castle’s luxury Bed and Breakfast.
Arrive to the private gated entrance for the Astor Wing from midday to collect your tickets to the Castle and Gardens, check-in to your bedroom from 3pm and then as dusk starts to fall and the twinkling Christmas lights take full effect, head to the magical grotto to see Father Christmas.
To check availability please email [email protected] or call 01732 861800.
Looking for a special place to celebrate Christmas this year? With a choice of two spectacular dining rooms and a magical Christmas experience in the grounds, why not combine the two and celebrate Christmas at Hever Castle where roaring log fires, candlelight and twinkling Christmas trees await!
With two stunning dining rooms to choose from, Hever Castle can host either a lunchtime or an evening celebration. The Tudor Suite Dining Room can accommodate up to 60 guests for a lunch or an evening dinner and the Castle Great Hall can accommodate up to 40 guests for an evening dinner. Both will be adorned with traditional Christmas decorations and Christmas trees.
The Waterside Restaurant, Bar & Terrace based at Hever Castle Golf Club (one mile from the Castle & Gardens) is the perfect venue for your Christmas celebrations.
Join us for a superb Christmas lunch, afternoon tea or dinner with friends, family or colleagues or book a bespoke event.
This festive season you can enjoy:
Contact [email protected] for more information.
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Hever Castle has played host to many important events and celebrations for over 600 years. In 1903 when William Waldorf Astor set about restoring Hever Castle to its former glory, he added the Astor Wing, to accommodate his family and guests, before creating a lake and the spectacular Italian Garden to house his impressive collection of ancient Greek and Roman statuary.
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