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Culzean Castle

Christmas at Culzean

Father Christmas sits beside a beautifully lit Christmas tree inside Culzean Castle.

Christmas at Culzean

Join us on Saturday 6, Sunday 7, Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 December for some festive fun!

11am–4pm (last entrance to the castle at 3.30pm)

  • Explore The 12 Days of Culzean Christmas on our festive trail through the decorated castle, with fantastic choirs performing throughout the day.
  • Father Christmas will be visiting from the North Pole – grab this opportunity to get some great festive photos!
  • Take part in our Reindeer and Elf Hunt throughout the Country Park (FREE with usual entry; winter admission fees apply to non-members).
  • Discover our Festive Market in the Stone Barn, featuring a range of unique items and gifts made by local businesses. Keep an eye on our social media for updates on our stallholders.
  • Take part in some fun festive crafts with our Ranger team.
  • Join our wreath-making workshop led by our Head Gardener (£45pp; pre-booking is essential; book on our Eventbrite page).
  • Relax with a hot chocolate in the Home Farm Café.
  • Pick up some last-minute gifts in the Home Farm Gift Shop (10% off items in Home Farm Gift Shop on 6, 7, 13 & 14 December, 11am–4pm; excludes sale items).
  • Enjoy a winter stroll through the gardens.

Please note that standard admission fees apply, and members of the National Trust for Scotland go free.

There is no need to book – we look forward to welcoming you!

Expand image 1: Two large soldier models from the Nutcracker stand either side of the main entrance to Culzean Castle. The doorway is decorated with cascading lights. Expand image 2: The Oval Staircase in Culzean Castle decorated with dangling icicle-like lights, that are lit with a blue shimmer. Expand image 3: A long wooden table in a Georgian-style kitchen is laid out with cheeses and cold meats. A Christmas tree stands beneath the window at the far end. A red poinsettia plant is on the table too. Expand image 4: A Christmas wreath with green fir, holly leaves, pine cones, red berries and dried slices of orange.
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