Christmas at the Castle
- 23rd November 2024 - 5th January 2025
- Suitable for all the family
Christmas at the Castle
Build your festive package
Santa Sleepovers
Turn your Christmas visit into a magical overnight stay with a festive short break. Wake up to the sound of sleigh bells with your very own elf wake-up call where Santa’s cheerful elves will bring a present for little ones. Weekend dates are selling out fast.
Ice Skating
Bring all the family together this Christmas and glide upon our magnificent open-air ice rink, underneath towers and turrets, in the stunning setting of the castle grounds. After, cozy up with a tasty hot chocolate at the Festive Food and Drink Village for the ultimate Christmas experience.
Light Trail
As darkness falls, journey through our historic grounds and gardens and immerse yourself in breathtaking surroundings filled with twinkling trees, dazzling light displays and illuminated projections that light up the night sky. Sensory Friendly version will be available on 9th December 2024.
Stories with Santa + Castle Entry
Start a new tradition this year at Warwick Castle and make family memories you’ll never forget this Christmas! Experience the magic with Santa and Mrs. Claus during our delightful Stories with Santa experience.
Treat yourself this festive season
Traditional Family Pantomime
Brand new for 2024, join us for a magical pantomime adventure in the enchanting Woodland Theatre! Starring the legendary Guy of Warwick and the beautiful Princess Felice, this fun-filled show is perfect for all the family. Expect laughter, lively singing, and dazzling dancing as our heroes battle villains, bringing timeless tales to life.
Winter food and drink village
Wrap up warm and take a stroll through the enchanting Christmas market, located on the stunning East Front in the shadow of Guy’s Tower. From toasting marshmallows to cozy hot chocolates, why not treat yourself to a festive feast as part of your Christmas at the Castle adventure.
Christmas Afternoon Tea
Enjoy a special Christmas afternoon tea with your loved ones this Christmas, including a glass of spiced mulled wine, delicious finger sandwiches and a selection of festive sweet treats. All set within the stunning location of the Conservatory Tea House overlooking The Peacock Garden.
Winter Birds of Prey
Get to know our spectacular feathered residents in this breath-taking winter birds of prey display. Our expert Falconer will share their hidden personalities and inspiring stories, as they lead them in an unforgettable demonstration.
What's new for 2024:
Christmas at Warwick Castle is truly the most wonderful time of the year, and this year we have more festive fun to delight you than ever before!
Brand new for 2024:
- Traditional Family Pantomime – dates: November 23rd, 24th, 30th December 1st, 7th – 8th, 14th – 24th, 26th – 31st, January 1st – 5th
- Winter Princess Tower story time - November 23rd, 24th, 30th December 1st, 7th – 8th, 14th – 24th, 26th – 31st, January 1st – 5th
- New Stories with Santa story time and gift - November 23rd, 24th, 30th December 1st, 7th – 8th, 14th – 24th
- The Snow Queen on Horse Back
- Brand-new light trail installations
Christmas Tickets
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Christmas Frequently Asked Questions
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Christmas Accessibility Information
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Calling all Annual Passholders!
Tickets for Christmas at the Castle are now live for you to book - don't forget to pre-book your free passholder reservation for entry. We can’t wait to welcome you to this wonderfully festive event!
From
£33
Limited Availability
- Access the Castle and grounds between 10 am and 4pm
- Includes Stories with Santa
- Pre-book online to guarantee entry
- Upgrade your daytime castle entry to include ice skating or evening light trail
From per person
£50
- An unforgettable overnight stay within the castle grounds
- Additional evening entertainment in the Knight's Village
- Elf wake-up call
From
£29.50
- An illuminated magical light trail through the castle grounds and gardens
- Access to the light trail route
- 45-minute light trail experience
From
£24
- Open-air ice rink
- Access to the ice rink on the east front
- 45 minutes ice skating slot
- Glide around our ice rink within the castle grounds
- Includes a Castle entry ticket to enjoy daytime access to the Castle between 10am - 4pm
From
£22
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Before you enjoy the light trail from 4:30pm onwards.
- Buy in advance & save
- Pre-book online to guarantee entry
- Upgrade your daytime castle entry to include ice skating or evening light trail
From
£17.50
- An illuminated magical light trail through the castle grounds and gardens
- Access to the light trail route
- 45-minute light trail experience
- Feast on festive food from the Christmas market stalls
From
£11
- Access to the ice rink on the east front
- 45-minutes ice skating slot
- Glide around our ice rink within the castle grounds
Black Friday Sale
Stories with Santa
Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the Elves for brand-new storytime, with a special gift for little ones and tasty mince pie for grownups.
Light Trail - 20% off
This Black Friday, enjoy 20% off our spectacular Christmas Light Trail. Wander through dazzling new installations and thousands of shimmering lights illuminating the castle and gardens, bringing the magic of Christmas to life.
£5 Ice Skating
This Black Friday, skate for just £5 per person midweek. Bring the whole family to glide around our magnificent towers this Christmas, singing to festive hits and soaking in the magical christmas atmosphere!
Christmas Parties
Celebrate Christmas with a party that will go down in history! Enjoy a festive banquet with colleagues or join other party-goers at a shared party night.
Get in touch with our Events Team for your bespoke quote.
Christmas at the castle is a completely magical experience from ice skating under the lights of the castle to the light walk and the Christmas food stalls it is certainly an experience that you will treasure... Breathtaking from beginning to end.
Enjoy family time this festive season
