Christmas at Croome: Rapturous Delight
Croome transforms its house and grounds into a fairytale wonderland filled with festive displays. Visitors can see Sleeping Beauty in the Temple Greenhouse, The Little Mermaid's underwater world in the Basement, and Hansel and Gretel's gingerbread cottage in the Tapestry Room. Seasonal decorations continue outdoors across the parkland trails, and guests can stop at the RAF café or House Tea-Room for hot drinks and mince pies.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Normal admission charges apply.
Hours
House: 11am–4pm; last entry to the house 3.30pm. Park open until 4pm; car park gates lock at 4.30pm.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
The RAF café and House Tea-Room serve warming hot drinks and seasonal treats such as mince pies; hot food is served at the RAF café until 2.30pm.
Parking
The car park gates are locked at 4.30pm.
Accessibility
Ground floor displays require a stone staircase with a stair climber available for wheelchair users, while Basement rooms are not wheelchair accessible.
Pets
Dogs are welcome in the parkland and should be kept on a lead and under close control.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- No booking or timed house ticket is needed for the Fairytale Christmas experience, but allow for a brief wait at busy periods.
- Wrap up warm if you plan to explore the outdoor displays and parkland trails.
- Allow at least an hour and a half for the house, or around two and a half to three hours to include the wider parkland.
- Pre-book a Tramper or mobility scooter if you need an accessible route around the parkland.
- Keep dogs on a lead and under close control while exploring the parkland.
Special Events & Promotions
- Under-fives enter free.
- Visitors arriving by bicycle enter free.
- Children under 14 enter the Walled Garden free with a paying adult.
- Group admission is offered at a lower rate for adults and children.
- Relaxed Sessions take place on select days, with reduced visitor numbers and sensory resources to borrow.
Links & Contact
Run by National Trust
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Croome’s Fairytale Christmas suitable for children?
Yes. The experience is for all ages and features scenes inspired by fairytales including Sleeping Beauty, The Little Mermaid, and Hansel and Gretel.
Do I need to book ahead or reserve a timed house entry?
No booking or timed house ticket is needed for the Fairytale Christmas experience. There may be a short wait to enter at busy times.
What food and drink can I get during my visit?
The RAF café and House Tea-Room serve hot drinks and seasonal treats such as mince pies. The RAF Café also serves hot food.
How long should I allow to see the displays?
Allow at least an hour and a half to explore the house, or around two and a half to three hours for the house and wider parkland.
Can wheelchair users access the house and displays?
The ground floor is reached by a stone staircase, with a stair climber available for wheelchair users. The Basement rooms are not wheelchair accessible.
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