Traditional Christmas Weekend

A special Christmas event
A special Christmas weekend opening. Come and find out a little about how Christmas was celebrated in the past and see some of the Museum’s historic buildings traditionally decorated for Christmas.

There will be a small artisan Christmas market and the Museum’s shop will be full of handmade products made by local crafts people including jewellery, candles, preserves and gin – perfect for a bit of Christmas shopping!

Meet costumed inhabitants in our buildings
Learn about how Christmas was celebrated in the past
Do a bit of Christmas shopping at our small Christmas market
Take part in a Children’s craft activity
Make some festive candles (additional charge)
Listen to some festive storytelling
See the blacksmith working in the forge
Standard admission rates apply. Free admission for annual pass holders.

*Activities are subject to change