Christmas Events At Tullie
Join us for a range of Festive events this year, including the grand return of Mr & Mrs Claus!
Events
Wreath Making Workshop at Tullie House
Join us for a festive afternoon of creativity at our Wreath Making Workshop on
Sunday, 24th November, from 1-3 PM.
This event is perfect for those looking to get into the holiday spirit, while crafting a beautiful traditional Christmas door wreath.
Led by Abi from The Flower Hut, which has flourished since its establishment on a family farm in 2019, this workshop emphasises sustainable floristry methods using seasonal foliage sourced right from the farm. With expert guidance, you’ll learn how to create a stunning wreath that adds a personal touch to your holiday decor.
Your ticket for £40 includes all materials needed, plus a festive mulled wine or mulled apple and festive music to enhance the Christmas atmosphere. Embrace the joy of the season and take home a handcrafted wreath.
Book your tickets now to secure your spot.
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Mr and Mrs Claus are back!
Our Festive Fun weekends were very popular last year so make sure you book early and don’t miss out.
Children can expect a 15-minute interactive meeting with Mr and Mrs Claus in our winter woodland Grotto. Each child will receive a present from Santa, a sweet treat and opportunities for photographs. You can also make some Christmassy crafts and take part in our museum trails.
On the day activities:
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Santa's Grotto visit with Mr and Mrs Claus (including present, selection box and photo)
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Letter writing to Santa
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Festive Garden Hunt
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Festive Crafts
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Museum elf trail
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Voucher for shop and café
Children’s tickets are priced at £18. Children under 1 years old go free but won’t receive a present from Santa.
Adults don’t need a ticket to accompany children on the above Santa's Grotto package.
Please book a time slot on your chosen day to visit Mr and Mrs Claus and take part in our festive activities. Activities within the museum (elf trail, crafts and garden hunt) can be done in your own time.
Dates: Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December.
Slot times start at: 10:30, 10:50, 11:10, 11:30, 11:50 (relaxed session) 12:50, 13:10, 13:30, 13:50, 14:30 (relaxed session), 14:50, 15:10 & 15:30. Your visit with Mr and Mrs Claus will last approx. 15 minutes, please allow time before and after your time slot to take part in the other activities.
Relaxed time slots for Santa's Grotto, for those children who require a quieter environment, are at 11.50am and 2.30pm on each of the above dates.
Museum and café open 10am-4pm.
Book nowJoin us on Friday 20th December for "A Christmas Killing" Murder Mystery Evening
Tickets include a three-course meal in the new café and a welcome drink on arrival, as well live and interactive entertainment.
Step back to Christmas Day 1843, where the renowned businessman Sir Alan Scrooge is found dead in his parlour on a snow-covered morning. With a long list of suspects, you'd think the killer would be easy to identify. But why is there only one set of tracks in the snow? How did Scrooge meet his demise behind a locked door? And what’s Spiritualist Charlie Dickens doing lurking around?
Could it be that Scrooge was killed by a ghost of Christmas past?
Join us for a night filled with intrigue, frights, and fun as we retell this traditional tale in a uniquely Highly Suspect way.
Tickets include and indulgent three-course meal.
Starter:
- Winter Vegetable Soup (VG) with warm bread
- Duck Liver Parfait with cherry compote and sourdough croutes
Main Course:
- Vegan Wellington (VG) with new potatoes and seasonal vegetables, drizzled with port and cranberry sauce
- Confit Belly Pork with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and a cider sauce
Dessert:
- Christmas Pudding with brandy sauce
- Vegan Sticky Toffee Pudding (VG) with Vegan Madagascan ice cream
Don’t miss out on this festive evening of mystery and merriment.
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