Victorian Christmas at the Bishop's Palace
Visitors join head housekeeper Mrs. Rickards for a festive spin on the 'Splendour & Scandal Tour' through Waterford's Georgian Bishop’s Palace. Guests explore candlelit, grand rooms dressed in lovingly handmade Victorian decorations while learning the origins of cherished holiday traditions. Along the way, the housekeeper shares whispered snippets of local gossip and high-society secrets.
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When
Tickets
Adult General Admission: €10.00 per person; children aged 16 years and under: free admission. The page also lists In Person Admission Price: €12.00.
Hours
Tour: hourly, first tour 10:00 am Monday to Saturday and 11.00am Sunday/Bank Holidays. General opening hours: Monday–Friday 10:00am–5:00pm; Saturday 10:00am–5:00pm; Sundays & Bank Holidays 11:00am–5:00pm. The dates-and-times list separately shows 9:15am–5pm on Nov 13, 20, 27 and Dec 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 21, 22 and 23; 10am–5pm on Nov 14, 21, 28, Dec 5, 12 and 19; 11am–5pm on Nov 15, 22, 29, Dec 6, 13 and 20.
Ages
Children 16 and under go free
Accessibility
The event is wheelchair accessible.
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Tips & Advice
- Book ahead because booking is essential; advance admission costs less than purchasing tickets in person.
- Children aged 16 and under receive free admission, which may help families plan their visit.
- Allow time for an hourly guided tour; the first begins at 10:00 Monday to Saturday and 11:00 on Sundays and bank holidays.
- Wheelchair access is listed for the event, so visitors using wheelchairs can consider attending.
- Consider making a donation to Tintean Housing Association, the event’s charity partner supporting women and families facing homelessness.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children aged 16 and under enter free.
- Listed as new.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the guided tour include?
Mrs. Rickards leads a festive version of the Splendour & Scandal Tour through the Palace’s grand rooms, sharing Christmas traditions and occasional local gossip.
Are children welcome on the tour?
Yes. Children aged 16 and under can attend free.
Do I need to book in advance?
Booking is essential.
Is the tour accessible to wheelchair users?
Yes, the event is wheelchair accessible.
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