Christmas has officially arrived at Castle Howard, and this year, the magnificent stately home has been transformed into a spectacular Dickensian wonderland. We visited on opening day to capture the festive magic for ourselves.
Running from 12th November 2026 to 3rd January 2027, A Dickens of a Christmas brings the beloved stories of Charles Dickens to life through elaborate installations, atmospheric soundscapes and stunning projections.
Each room tells a different story, transporting visitors into the worlds of familiar characters including Ebenezer Scrooge and Oliver Twist, all set against the beautiful historic interiors of Castle Howard.
The scale of this year’s festive transformation is impressive, with more than 80 decorated Christmas trees, 2,000 metres of twinkling lights, 30,000 baubles and over 2,000 velvet and tartan bows.
Alongside the spectacular decorations, visitors can discover fascinating pieces from Castle Howard’s historic collections, including an original Victorian carriage dating back to 1879, displayed inside the House for the very first time.
The festive celebrations continue outside in the Stable Courtyard, where visitors can enjoy seasonal shopping, browse the dedicated Jellycat Shop and sample the Courtyard Café’s seasonal winter menu.
Take a look through our photo gallery below as we explore Castle Howard’s spectacular Christmas transformation.
A Dickens of a Christmas runs until 3rd January 2027. For tickets and further information, visit castlehoward.co.uk.
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