Long Live the Christmas Tree!

HAREWOOD’S FESTIVE SEASON 2022

Encounter Harewood’s traditionally untraditional Christmas this coming winter, as Yorkshire’s most vibrant country house celebrates the Christmas Tree in a most unexpected way.

Artists and makers from across Yorkshire and beyond will bring a contemporary festive twist to the State Floor, creating trees (and ‘trees’) inspired by the natural world, winter rituals and Harewood itself. Long Live the Christmas Tree! will conjure the playfulness, joy and warmth of the season. 

* Take advantage of Early Bird prices until 1 November

Christmas at Harewood

A great day out for the whole family, the stunning decoration of the House continues Below Stairs, with activities for children and Harewood’s beautiful Christmas Shop.

Take in beautiful winter strolls around the Gardens and Grounds, lit with thousands of twinkling lights. Seasonal snacks and drinks from our cafés and kiosks will keep you warm; for an extra special festive treat, book a Festive Afternoon Tea by the Harewood Food & Drink Project at the Terrace Tearoom.

For a perfect Christmas get-together, meet your friends at one of this year’s late evenings, every Friday and Saturday from 25 November to 23 December and take in Long Live the Christmas Tree! after dark.

Get ahead with our new Christmas shopping event at the Artisan Winter Market on Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 November. Curated by Little Bird Made, this event will bring over 100 independent makers to the North Front lawn at Harewood. The House will be closed as we install Long Live the Christmas Tree!, so take advantage of this event’s £5 tickets for a wonderful day of shopping, food and drink.

Tickets for Harewood’s Festive Season are available for Saturday 12 November to Monday 2 January (closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day). Tickets include a timed slot for Long Live the Christmas Tree! and Below Stairs, plus access to the Gardens and Grounds. 

Members need to book a free timed slot for Long Live the Christmas Tree! and Below Stairs, but don’t need to book if they only wish to visit the Gardens and Grounds.

Harewood's Festive Season

Opening Times
Sat 12 Nov 2022 to Mon 2 Jan 2023 (closed 25 & 26 Dec)
The House 10am–5.30pm, last entry 4.30pm
Gardens + Grounds 10am–6pm, last entry 5pm
Bird Garden + Farm Experience 10am–3.30pm

Food, Drink + Shopping
Festive Shop 10am–5.30pm, last entry 4.30pm
Terrace Tearooms 10am–5.30pm
Courtyard Café and Courtyard Shop 10am–5pm

Day Tickets include access to Harewood’s festive season, including Long Live the Christmas Tree!  Harewood’s Gardens + Grounds and Bird Garden.

Harewood will close at 4pm on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

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Your Visit

You will need to book a timed ticket slot for Long Live the Christmas Tree! Upon booking your tickets, you will be required to select a time slot for entry into the House. Day tickets for Members and non-Member will need to be booked / purchased online. Click here to book now >>

Your entry time slot for Long Live the Christmas Tree! begins at the time shown on your ticket and lasts for half an hour – please begin your visit to the House via the Main Entrance. You are free to arrive on site anytime from when the Park opens at 10am.

What's On ?

You are welcome to arrive anytime from when the Grounds open at 10am, be sure to make the most of your visit and take in:
+ 150-acres of beautiful Gardens and Grounds
+ Terrace Garden, Himalayan Garden and Walled Garden
+ Festive Shop in the Servant’s Hall (via the Terrace entrance)
+ Courtyard Café serving seasonal food, and Courtyard Shop for beautiful gifts
+ Bird Garden and Farm Experience
+ Adventure Playground and Woodland Wonderland
+ Children’s activities in the Curiosity Cabin
+ Festoon-lit walking trail across the North Park and Lakeside

Christmas Shopping

Give the gift of a Harewood Christmas with our luxury range of unique gift and collectables. From exclusively designed cards and handmade decorations to limited edition keepsakes, gourmet hampers and a choice of unique experiences, you’ll find the gifts to place under the tree.

Visit our Christmas Shops in the Courtyard and House.

Festive Food and Drink

Visit the Courtyard Café for a range of hot and cold options, inspired by the season, available at the Courtyard Cafe. Expect hearty stews, soups, broths and pies made using produce sourced from Harewood; as well as seasonal sandwiches, alongside favourites like Northern Monk Beer Battered North Sea Haddock served with twice cooked skin on chips, minted mushy peas and home-made tartar sauce, perfect for getting you in the Christmas spirit.

There will be a range of seasonal sweets, pastries, cakes and tray bakes available from our local artisan suppliers, as well as a festive drinks list with rum & hot chocolate, mulled wine and more.

Visit the Terrace Tearoom for hot drinks and Christmas Afternoon teas, and our Bothy Teashop will be open serving a range of hot and cold snacks, drinks and walled garden produce.