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Waddesdon Manor
Joyeux Noel! Christmas at Waddeson
From 17th November
2012 dates and details to be confirmed, here is a taste of what was on offer last year
This Christmas, in homage to the city where one of the five founding members of the Rothschild dynasty made his fortune, Waddesdon is embracing its French heritage. From the decorations in the house to the food in the restaurant, France and its romantic capital set the scene. You may encounter characters from French history, fairy tales or well-loved children's stories (a certain elephant springs to mind...) or a celebration of French music, theatre, literature, science and art, Christmas traditions and spectacular sparkling trees, all in the opulent surroundings of a magical chateau set in the heart of the English countryside. There is a trail to help you explore and on some evenings the house comes alive with music and dance.
Outside, there is even more to enjoy. For the first time, sparkling trees, lights and stars will guide children along our Reindeer Trail through the Woodland Playground to the Enchanted Forest at the Stables where real snow falls and a sleigh awaits. Our younger visitors can write a letter to Father Christmas in his special study and there will be trails and quizzes, lucky dips and gifts galore in the Stables Shops. Father Christmas will also be visiting the Gardens every weekend in December, see if you can spot him! Seasonal and French food will be on sale in the Stables café including crêpes, mince pies and mulled wine.
Don't forget both the House and Gardens will reopen on Monday 27 December until Friday 31 December inclusive to allow more people to see the festive decorations during the Christmas break. The Manor Restaurant will also be open as usual together with the Wine Cellars.
CONTACTS
Reservations for group visits can be made by phoning the Group BookingsTeam on 01296 653226
(Monday - Friday, 10.00-4.00), or fax: 01296 653212 or email:deborah.read@nationaltrust.org.uk
They will discuss with you the requirements of your group and suggest a suitable itinerary.
www.waddesdon.org.uk
Waddesdon Manor and Gardens
Near Aylesbury
Bucks HP18 0JH
Booking Office on 01296 653226
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2012 dates and details to be confirmed, here is a taste of what was on offer last year
2011 CHRISTMAS SEASON OPENING TIMES
Gardens (including Aviary, Gift & Wine Shops and Restaurants)
Wednesday 17 November - Sunday 2 January, and Monday 20, Tuesday 21, Monday 27 and Tuesday 28 December
Open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Closed on Monday and Tuesday, except for Bank Holidays and Monday 20, Tuesday 21 December, Monday 27 and Tuesday 28 December
10.00-5.00
Purchase of a Gardens ticket allows you free entry to the Gardens for the rest of the 'Christmas Season'. Keep the ticket to show on any further visits you wish to make.
House (East Wing & Bachelors Wing) decorated and open for the Christmas Season (including Aviary, Shops, Restaurants and Woodland Playground)
Wednesday 17 November - Sunday 2 January, and Monday 20, Tuesday 21, Monday 27 and Tuesday 28 December
Open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Closed on Monday and Tuesday, except for Bank Holidays and Monday 20, Tuesday 21, Monday 27 and Tuesday 28 December
Closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
11.00-4.00
Tickets for the House are limited and do sell out on busy days. Visitors can book tickets in advance, if they wish, by calling tel: 01296 653226 between 10.00 and 3.00 Monday to Friday (not Bank Holidays). An advance booking must be done at least 24 hours in advance of your visit, If you are visiting on a Sunday, your advance booking must be made on the Friday. An advance booking charge of £3.00 applies. Or you may purchase your ticket on the day of your visit from the Ticket Office outside the front of the House, subject to availability.
CHRISTMAS EVENTS
Christmas Gift Fair at Waddesdon Plant Centre
Thursday 4 - Sunday 7 November
10.30-4.00
Christmas Floodlit Evening Openings
Friday and Saturday 19 & 20 and 26 & 27 November
House entry from 6.00
Exclusive Christmas Shopping Evening for National Trust Members and Season Ticket Holders
Wednesday 17 November
5.00-7.00
East Wing of the House Opens
Wednesday 17 November
Advance booking highly recommended.
Christmas Food Market
Saturday 4 - Sunday 12 December (excluding Monday 6 & Tuesday 7)
10.30-4.00
Waddesdon on a Winter's Evening
Saturday 11 and 18 December, Tuesday 21 and 28 December and Thursday 23 December
House entry 7.00-8.00 (last entry 7.30). Dinner served from 8.00
Waddesdon Manor and Gardens
Near Aylesbury
Bucks HP18 0JH
Booking Office on 01296 653226
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www.waddesdon.org.uk
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