Illustration of a snowy holiday village square with a lit tree, small felt figures in scarves, a snowman and string lights (Creating Christmas Talk)
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Creating Christmas Talk

Creative Director Susie Stokoe reveals how Chatsworth's festive experience is designed and delivered each year. She discusses the collaborative process of working alongside artists, designers, makers, and lighting specialists to transform the house into a Christmas destination. Tickets also include refreshments along with same-day admission to Chatsworth House, the garden, farmyard, and Christmas market.

Fri, Dec 11, 2026

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

£55 per person. Includes refreshments, farmyard, Christmas market, house and garden entry on the day; complimentary parking for one vehicle; tea, coffee and a farm shop mince pie. Entry to the Christmas market is free.

Hours

2.30pm to 3.30pm.

Food & Drink

Tea, coffee and a farm shop mince pie are included with the ticket.

Parking

Tickets include complimentary parking for one vehicle. During the Christmas period, visitors may be directed to park on the trackway in the parkland and can take a tractor and trailer shuttle bus to and from the main house car park.

Accessibility

The Old Potting Shed is a step-free, accessible venue with toilet facilities.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ (2/5)

Best For

People interested in christmas design and creative process

Vibe

Festive and informative

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Meet at the top garden gates and use the map in your confirmation email to find the talk’s meeting point.
  • Allow plenty of travel time because Christmas parking may involve a parkland trackway and tractor-and-trailer shuttle.
  • Wear appropriate clothing and bring a torch for the Christmas-period journey and arrival.
  • Keep your booking QR code ready to show at the car park and house and garden entrances.
  • Check house and garden opening and last-entry times so you can make the most of your included same-day entry.

Links & Contact

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Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the ticket include?

It includes the talk, tea, coffee and a farm shop mince pie, plus same-day entry to the farmyard, Christmas market, house and garden.

How long is the talk, and can I explore afterward?

The talk lasts one hour. You can enter the house and garden any time after the talk without a booked entry slot.

Where do attendees meet, and what happens if they arrive late?

Meet at the top garden gates; a map is included with the booking confirmation. Latecomers may not be admitted.

Is the venue accessible?

The Old Potting Shed is step-free and accessible, with toilet facilities. You can email the event team to discuss access needs.

How does parking work during the Christmas period?

Parking is included for one vehicle. You may be directed to park on a parkland trackway and take a tractor-and-trailer shuttle to the main house car park.

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