The Elizabethan Hall has been transformed for the festive period and decorated throughout for the theme ‘Christmas on the Riverbank’.
We’ve brought the outdoors in to create spectacular scenes for a magical family day out.
Explore the Hall after hours on our exclusive Twilight Tours with a dedicated Tour Guide.
Enjoy a welcome drink and festive treat before beginning a guided tour of our magical decorations.
To help you create a magical wonderland at home, visit the magnificent Bauble Barn, which is bursting with hand selected Christmas decorations from around the world.
Entry to the Barn is free.
Enjoy a favourite local tradition once again with a visit to the Doddington Christmas Tree Yard and choose from a wide selection of freshly-cut trees in a variety of shapes and sizes.
Entry to the Tree Yard is free. Assistance dogs only.
Delight in the Christmas season with a delicious selection of festive afternoon tea including sandwiches, mince pies, cakes and dainty sweet treats.
There’s something to suit the whole family with vegetarian, vegan and gluten / dairy free afternoon tea choices available.
The Farm Shop is filled with seasonal produce so you can have the tastiest Christmas yet.
From fresh fruit and vegetables to the Hambleton’s Butchery counter brimming with turkey, game, sausages and traditional pork pies, you can find the perfect addition to your Christmas dinner.
Doddington at Home has a wide range of home accessories, soft furnishings, books and children’s toys, you’re bound to discover the ideal gifts for your loved ones.
Doddington Country Clothing also holds the perfect outfit for winter walks over the Christmas period or gifts for a country lover. You’ll find a range of top brands including Dubarry, Gant, Barbour and many more.
For Christmas opening arrangements prior to 24 December, please see our usual opening times page.
The Hall closes on 23 Dec and will reopen in April 2023. Christmas Tree Yard closes at 5pm on 22 Dec & Bauble Barn closes at 3pm on 24 Dec.
DATE | FARM SHOP, COUNTRY CLOTHING, HOME STORE & BIKE SHOP | CAFE | COFFEE SHOP |
|---|---|---|---|
XMAS EVE 24 Dec | 9am-3pm (Bike Shop 8.30am-3pm) | 9am-3pm 9-11am breakfast bookings only, drinks & cake until 3pm (no lunch service) | 8.30am-3pm |
XMAS DAY 25 Dec | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
BOXING DAY 26 Dec | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
27 Dec (BANK HOLIDAY) | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
28 – 30 Dec | 10am-4pm | 9am-3pm | 8.30am-4pm |
NEW YEAR’S EVE 31 Dec | 10am-4pm | 9am-3pm 9-11am breakfast, drinks & cake until 3pm (no lunch service) | 8.30am-4pm |
NEW YEAR’S DAY 01 Jan | CLOSED | CLOSED | CLOSED |
02 Jan (BANK HOLIDAY) | 10am-4pm | 9am-3pm 9-11am breakfast, drinks & cake until 3pm (no lunch service) | 8.30am-4pm |
Our Estate Walks remain open daily throughout the Christmas and New Year period. Our car parks and trails are free for everyone to use. Please consider supporting the Doddington Hall Conservation Charity by making a donation. QR codes are displayed at all car parks.
From 03 January onwards, all shops & the Coffee Shop will revert to usual opening times. Please note that the Doddington Cafe will be closed 03-13 January and will reopen from 14 January 2023.
