Did you know that winter can be one of the most wonderful times to experience Knebworth House?
Although much of the house, gardens & park are closed to the general public in winter, the barns and house are open for seasonal events, from our popular Christmas Fair to festive entertainment and parties.
The acres of parkland surrounding the house are a sight to behold too – particularly on a frosty day or when it snows! And if you’re lucky enough, you might even spot some of our resident deer.
The Christmas season is also one of the best times to visit with family, as there is plenty on for all ages.
Here are 5 fabulously festive events and experiences taking place at Knebworth House this winter.
Knebworth Christmas Fair
Friday 27th – Sunday 29th November
Enjoy three days of festive shopping and fun at Hertfordshire’s largest Christmas shopping event this November. Held in our beautiful Knebworth Barns and undercover marquees, nearly 300 exhibitors will be selling unique gifts, artisan food, drink and more. Also browse classic Christmas cabins, outside shopping stands and seasonal treats – all against the historic backdrop of Knebworth House.
10.00am – 4.00pm daily (Early entry from 9:30am – 10:00am for Premium ticket holders) | Tickets from £5
Festive Wreath Making
Sunday 5th December
Family, friends and everyone alike will enjoy this joyful wreath-making session this December. Enjoy a warm welcome with a glass of mulled wine or sparkling winter punch – and a seasonal treat of course – before getting creative. With seasonal foliage and expert florist tuition, you’ll create a beautiful festive wreath to take home with you and enjoy for the remainer of the season.
£65 per person | Tickets are limited, so early booking is recommended.
Christmas Parties
Available throughout December
Why not host a Christmas party to remember at the beautiful Knebworth Barns this season? Set within the stunning grounds of Knebworth House, our barns date back to the 16th century and offer a wonderfully charming backdrop to festive celebrations. Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration or a large office party, a celebration at Knebworth Barns offers decorated spaces, entertainment and everything from festive buffets to three-course dinners.
Dine with Santa
Sunday 13th & Sunday 20th December
Celebrate the season with Dine with Santa this December – perfect for the whole family. This festive dining experience is filled with laughter, wonder and Christmas cheer. Children will love meeting the elves and becoming part of an interactive Christmas story – with plenty of festive sing-alongs along the way, and people of all ages will enjoy a traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings.
12:00pm – 2.00pm | Tickets from £35
Simply at Christmas in Knebworth House
Sunday 20th December
Returning after their triumphant debut at Knebworth House last Christmas, angel-voiced Oliver Darley and virtuoso pianist Chad Lelong will be returning to Knebworth House for a brand-new show this Christmas. Join the Lytton Cobbold family beneath the twinkling Christmas tree and listen to classic songs and stories from the Great American Songbook in our beautiful Jacobean Banqueting Hall. Also included in your ticket is a seasonal glass of mulled wine or apple juice and a tasty Christmas biscuit.
4pm or 7:30pm | £23 per person | Tickets are limited, so early booking is recommended
Whether you’re celebrating with friends, family or fellow workers, make this festive season one to remember at Knebworth House.