Christmas at Highclere

Christmas at Highclere


Dear Friend,

My latest book “Christmas at Highclere: Recipes and traditions from the Real Downton Abbey” shares many of our stories, the beautiful photographs and delicious recipes which go towards making Christmas here such a magical experience.

Our Christmas events take their inspiration from these themes whether it is tips on preparation and planning, in late November, to decorating and shopping, or singing carols together by our Christmas tree, enjoying Christmas afternoon teas, and dining with us in the State Dining Room.

We hope children will come and find Santa’s Grotto on the weekend nearer Christmas whilst, as a finale, Charles Dickens’ great great grandson, Gerald Dickens, will join us to read excerpts from A Christmas Carol.

So welcome to Christmas at Highclere Castle and we look forward to seeing you.

The Countess of Carnarvon

P.S. Find out more about my Christmas book: UK version | US version

Behind the Scenes, Castle Tours & Afternoon Tea. 22/23/24 November Castle Tours & Shopping for Gifts, Wed 4th & Thu 5th December Christmas Tours & Afternoon Tea. 28/30 Nov. 1/12 December Christmas Gala Dinner, Saturday, 7th December Christmas Tours & Carols, Sunday 8th December Christmas Tours & Santa's Grotto. Saturday 14, Sunday 15 December Evening Tours, Champagne & Carols. 11/17 December Charles Dickens Evening Reception & Castle Tours. 19 December Lady Carnarvon's Christmas at Highclere Book Talk & Tours. 7/13 December