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Christmas Tickets

All Christmas at Castle Howard tickets are non-refundable. You may request an amendment to the date and time of your booking no less than 48 hours prior to your booked visit, by emailing sales@castlehoward.co.uk. Any changes are subject to availability and may incur additional charges. All tickets are subject to a 5.5% booking fee. Please read the full list of Christmas terms and conditions at the bottom of this page before making your purchase. 

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Christmas at Castle Howard with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz

13th November – 4th January. Our most popular Christmas experience! This year, the House is transformed into the magical world of Oz. Experience our festive take on L. Frank Baum's much-loved story, told through installations, soundscapes and projections.

  • From £23* (*subject to a non-refundable booking fee)
  • Includes access to the Gardens from first opening (either 9.30am or 10am)
  • Universal Credit and Max Card tickets available on selected dates 
Oz Twilight Tour

28th November, 5th December, 12th December, 19th December. An exclusive, after-dark guided tour of the House led by our Christmas Design Director. Discover Christmas at Castle Howard with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz after-hours in a small group, complete with a Nyetimber English Sparkling Wine reception (plus non-alcoholic options).

  • From £100 for adults
  • Includes access to the Gardens from first opening (either 9.30am or 10am)
  • For age 16+
  • Only 25 tickets available per tour! 
Father Christmas in the Castle

22nd November – 24th December. Our beloved experience for families. Father Christmas, Mrs Claus and WonderPhil pay us a special visit from the North Pole, with a joyous show full of heart and Christmas spirit followed by an individual moment with Father Christmas for each group. Each child with a ticket receives a special gift to take home.

  • From £65 for children (discount available for Members)
  • Includes access to the Gardens from first opening (either 9.30am or 10am)
  • Includes access to the House experience, Christmas at Castle Howard with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, from first entry (9.30am or 10am, date dependent).
  • Recommended for age 4+ 
  • Maximum of two adults per booking
Members Preview: Christmas at Castle Howard with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz

14th November, 3.30pm – 6pm. Exclusive for Castle Howard Members. See the Christmas installations in the House during this special slot. Tickets to the Members Preview are a bonus in addition to your benefit visits, and are available on a first come first serve basis.

Wreath Making in the Garden Centre

Thursdays and Fridays, 20th November – 5th December. Join us for a practical two-hour session making a 12-inch Christmas wreath using natural materials. All materials are provided, and tea and coffee are included. Add a glass of Nyetimber English Sparkling Wine for extra Christmas sparkle.

  • From £50 for adults (discount available for Members)
  • For age 16+
  • Only 10 tickets available per session!
Christmas Gardens Tickets

Explore Castle Howard’s famous Gardens, with two grand lakes, ornamental woodland, grand temples and historic statues. All Gardens tickets include access to the award-winning Skelf Island Adventure Playground, shops and cafes. Dogs on leads are very welcome.

  • From £12.50 for adults
  • Includes access to the Gardens from first opening (either 9.30am or 10am)
  • Universal Credit and Max Card tickets available on all dates 
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Terms and Conditions

Christmas at Castle Howard tickets
  1. No entry allowed without a valid ticket.
  2. Tickets must be purchased via the Castle Howard website. 
  3. Tickets are subject to availability and entry will be refused should the attraction be at capacity. Tickets must be booked for ALL persons attending, including (but not only) Members, babes in arms and Essential Carers. Where free or discounted tickets are booked, proof of eligibility will be requested on entry.
  4. Children under the age of 12 months are free to enter but require a pre-booked babe in arms ticket.
  5. Tickets are non-refundable and void if defaced or altered. Tickets cannot be sold at any price to any third party.
  6. Tickets are only valid for the date and experience booked.
  7. A 5.5% booking fee will be added to all orders.
  8. All sales are final, and tickets are non-refundable. You may request an amendment to the date and time of your booking no less than 48 hours prior to your booked visit, by emailing sales@castlehoward.co.uk. Any changes are subject to availability and may incur additional charges. All decisions are at the discretion of the management and shall be final.
  9. We will not issue refunds for the reason of adverse weather conditions if Castle Howard remains open. If Castle Howard closes because of adverse weather conditions, we will endeavour to move your booking to the next available date otherwise a refund will be given.
  10. We will not issue refunds for the reason of traffic delays or public transport delays.
  11. Car parking is charged at £7 per car, this does not reserve a specific space. Members, those visiting the Courtyard or Gardens-only, and those with a Blue Badge receive one free space.
  12. Member benefits are not available on any Orange/£38 timeslots (excluding Father Christmas in the Castle bookings).
Father Christmas in the Castle, Santa’s Grotto in the Boathouse and Christmas Afternoon Tea tickets
  1. Tickets for Father Christmas in the Castle or Santa’s Grotto in the Boathouse must be purchased for all who wish to visit, irrespective of age. Babes in arms (under 12 months) require a ticket but do not receive a gift. If you wish for them to receive a gift, please purchase a child ticket.
  2. If the performance starts and you have not arrived at the meeting point you will be refused entry.
  3. If you arrive more than 15 minutes after your Afternoon Tea booking it will be at the discretion of the food and beverage team if they can accommodate your party.

These terms and conditions apply to specifically to Christmas at Castle Howard and are supplementary to our full terms and conditions, available here.