Good Tidings
This year we’re keeping winter well thanks to time honoured Newt traditions, along with some new surprises for the season.
The days may be dark, but spirits stay high across the estate with social moments at workshops and festive dinners, a new Christmas trail for Newtlings, the warm embrace of the Fire Pit, Winter Garden and Garden Café, and deliciously crisp walks and tours through the gardens.
Meet the Winter Keepers
This year, our Winter Keepers are curators of the festive programme, and you’re invited to follow their wisdom on how to winter well. Join us as we channel their energy into magic and wonder for all ages and welcome the most wonderful time of the year.
Meet St Nicholas
Cosily ensconced in the Gardener’s Cottage, St Nicholas brings rosy-cheeked cheer to the estate once more, in a seasonal highlight for Newtlings and grown ups alike. Windows aglow and gifts piled high, this enchanting experience is not to be missed.
Due to the popularity of meeting St Nic (he’s a busy man at this time of year), pre-booking is essential. We still have slots left for November dates, so book in and enjoy our truly unique St Nic experience!
If you missed out on the date you wanted, rumour has it he'll be making a flying visit to say hello with his reindeer friends on Thursday 19 November at our Festive Late night - open to members. No booking required
Share the Joy
While we’re not short of ideas for stockings, larders and under-the-tree surprises, you can also turn to us for gifts that last a little longer…
Gifting a membership lets people unwrap nature all year long – not just at The Newt, but at our 20 partner gardens. Or, gift a voucher to a loved one for one of our workshops, Afternoon Tea, spa days and more.
Festive Lates: 19 November
If you miss out on St Nic tickets, fear not, as he’ll be making a flying visit to say hello with his reindeer friends on Thursday 19 November at our Festive Late night.
Join us as we light up our tree, chorus carols and get in fine festive spirits with a brass band. Steaming cyder, oozy toasties and crumble-topped mince pies will fuel Christmas shopping at our stores or book into the Garden Café for a candle-lit communal dinner.
Eat, Drink & Be Merry
In the season of good cheer, no one needs an excuse to raise a toast, sit down to an indulgent feast, or pull up a chair with loved ones, colleagues and friends.
Our eateries will be brimming with festive flavours given a Newt spin, so book in for celebratory dinners, new menus, and insightful tastings.
Private estate tours can also be added to daytime group visits, making it easy to turn a festive lunch into a full day at The Newt.
Newtlings’ Christmas Crafts
Make the start of the Christmas holidays all the more magical with a wonder-filled workshop with a festive twist. Newtlings can create special charms, decorations and keepsakes on St Nicholas’ Enchanted Crafting sessions on 19 & 20 December or cultivate their artistic side in our artist-led Art School on 21 December.
As that festive excitement grows, little ones can step into our Toy Making Workshop and bring wooden creations to life, to gift or keep, on 22 December.
Enchanted Trails & Festive Tales
Little ones can step into a world of wonder on our Enchanted Christmas Trail: The Moon That Went Missing from 14 November, inspired by the magnificent full moon set to appear on Christmas Eve. Join the youngest woodland creatures on an estate adventure to find the elusive Christmas Moon, meeting curious characters and collecting stickers along the way.
Plus, put pen to paper at our special letter writing station in the Threshing Barn.