Christmas at Chatsworth returns from 7 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, with this year’s decorations inspired by The 12 Days of Christmas. Visitors can explore the decorated house, follow an illuminated trail through the gardens and, until 13 December, visit the Chatsworth Christmas Market.

NOTE: opening and last-entry times vary

What to expect at Christmas at Chatsworth

The 2026 theme brings the familiar Christmas song to life through decorations, sculpture, animation and installations created by British and international artists and designers.

The State Apartments feature in the Christmas experience for the first time since 2020. Look out for interpretations of the song’s familiar characters, including birds inspired by Chatsworth’s historic Chinese wallpaper and paper sculptures by Yorkshire artist Andy Singleton.

Outside, a new light and sound trail winds through the gardens, taking in the Rock Garden, Maze and Broad Walk. It ends with an animated projection onto the house.

The garden trail takes approximately 45–60 minutes and is best enjoyed after dusk. Visitors should allow additional time to explore the decorated house.

Christmas at Chatsworth 2026 tickets

Tickets must be booked in advance. Admission includes the decorated house, garden and Christmas light trail, farmyard and adventure playground.Staying in Bakewell

One car parking space is included per booking transaction. Additional vehicles must be added when booking.

Chatsworth Christmas Market

Visitors attending between 7 November and 13 December can also explore the Chatsworth Christmas Market, with more than 100 stalls selling gifts, decorations, food and drink.

The market is free to enter, but visitors arriving by car without a Christmas at Chatsworth ticket must book and pay for parking in advance. The market closes on 13 December, although Christmas at Chatsworth continues into January.

Chatsworth Christmas Market information

Planning your visit from Bakewell

Chatsworth is approximately three miles from Bakewell, making it an easy excursion for visitors staying in the town.

Opening times vary throughout the Christmas season, so check your allocated house entry time and the garden’s closing time when booking. The illuminated trail is best seen after dusk, and visitors with a late house-entry slot may prefer to explore the garden beforehand.

Some parking areas are on parkland or temporary trackways, which can become muddy in wet weather. Sturdy footwear is recommended, particularly for evening visits.

Dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens and parkland but, except for assistance dogs, cannot enter the house, farmyard or adventure playground.

For further details, see our Chatsworth House visitor guide.

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