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  • Christmas

Christmas at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

Explore the gardens this Christmas transformed with festive magic with The Snowman™ and The Snowdog.

  • 29 November 2025 - 04 January 2026 (excluding 24-26 December)

  • In line with gardens opening hours.
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in all admission tickets (Members go free, no pre-booking required)
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  • Exhibition
  • Things to see

Royal Style in the Making

Discover the intimate bond between royal clients and fashion designers in a captivating new exhibition at Hillsborough Castle.

  • Until 04 January 2026

  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in combined castle tour and gardens tickets (Members go free)
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  • Things to see
  • Halloween
  • Families
  • Half term

Scarecrow Parade

Discover scarecrows on show this autumn made by local schools and community groups in partnership with local artists.

  • Until 09 November 2025

  • In-line with gardens opening hours
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in gardens admission (Members go free)
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  • Halloween
  • Families
  • Half term
  • Events

Halloween at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

Discover autumn magic for all the family with workshops, storytelling, autumnal games and more.

  • 25 October - 02 November 2025

  • In line with gardens opening hours
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in all admission tickets (Members go free, no pre-booking required)
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BOOKING SOON

  • Events
  • For members

Members’ Christmas Dinner and Shopping Evening

Join us for an exclusive Members' Christmas Dinner at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens; delicious food and festive-fun guaranteed. Plus enjoy a special 20% members' discount on shop purchases.

  • 27 November 2025

  • 18:00 - 20:00
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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BOOKING SOON

  • Events
  • For members

Members-only carols by the Christmas tree

Wrap up warm and join us for a selection of traditional Christmas carols and a warm drink under the stars. Celebrate Christmas and spread the festive cheer. Invitation warmly extended to volunteers and staff.

  • 04 December 2025

  • 16:00 - 17:30
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Free
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  • Events
  • Christmas

Christmas wreath making workshop

Create a seasonal Christmas wreath using foliage from the castle grounds.

  • 05 and 06 December 2025

  • 10:30 and 14:00
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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  • Tours and talks

Community Access Scheme

Explore Hillsborough Castle and Gardens for free with your local community or adult learning group.

  • Two to three times per year as required
  • 10.30 – 14.00
  • Hillsborough Castle
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  • Things to see

Ante Room

Discover the heart of the castle, which provides access to some of the most important spaces.

  • In line with castle opening times
  • Hillsborough Castle
  • Included in combined castle tour and gardens tickets (Members go free)
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