Sunday November 1st – Thursday December 24th 2020
Hever Castle
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Grotto sessions are pre-set to start 30 minutes after your arrival time at the gardens unless specified. Tickets for adults for the gardens must also be purchased.
This Christmas at Hever Castle become Peter Pan and chase your shadow through Neverland to experience the wonders of never growing old.
Nothing says ‘Christmas’ quite like a visit to Father Christmas at Hever Castle. Travel through the land of Christmas, meet cheerful elves and wander through along the paths until you get to Father’s Christmas’ toy workshop to meet the big man himself! This experience is in a tent, a covered but open staged setting. Children will receive an age appropriate gift.
Outside in the grounds, take a magical journey along the immersive Christmas trail. Follow the one-way system and start your voyage in London in the nursery. Then, ‘fly high’ above the City streets into space and follow the directions to Neverland - second star to the right and straight on till morning. Discover where Peter’s friends The Lost Boys live, visit the Mermaid Lagoon, the Native American camp and be wary when you tiptoe past the Crocodile with his ticking clock and Captain Hook’s pirate ship at the dock. As the trail finishes, spot Nana the dog in her kennel.
After you have explored the captivating displays, meet characters from Peter Pan (Captain Hook, Peter Pan, Wendy and Mr Smee) as you wander through the gardens. In front of the Castle, ride the carousel (£1 – card only) and enjoy vintage fairground stalls including a coconut shy and hoopla (£1 – card only). Appreciate relaxed Christmas shopping in the Gift Shops, and sample delicious festive food in the restaurants and kiosks. The Play Areas will be open. On peak days there will be timed sessions and you may need to queue for your chosen Play Area. Entry is on a first come first served basis.
Timings
To enjoy the full experience of Christmas at Hever Castle we recommend you allow enough time for each of the elements of the experience that you wish to include. Attractions, shops and eateries will start closing before the final exit time.
Queuing at many of the attractions will be necessary even when tickets have been pre booked.
Last exit from the gardens is at 20:30 (16:30 on Christmas Eve). Visitors are requested to exit the car park no later than 3.5 hours after your arrival time to enable social distancing.
As much of this experience is outdoors we recommend you wrap up warm and pop on your wellies or suitable shoes.
Important Information
What’s new/different in 2020?
Tickets available for 2020:
Combined Castle, Grotto & Gardens unavailable for 2020
Purchase your tickets for the Vintage Fair on the day. This will be payable by card only.
What safety measures will be in place?
When you visit, we will also have safety measures in place. Please respect the rules and guidelines for your own protection and the safety of others. Those that do not follow the guidelines may be approached by staff and may be asked to leave.
Abuse of any kind will not be tolerated.
We promise to keep you feeling safe by:
What we ask of you in return to show you care:
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Tickets
Father Christmas’ Grotto
Annual Members
Daytime Christmas Garden Only admission is free to all Annual Members. For Castle & Gardens Members the Castle is also free. Garden Only Members wishing to visit the Castle will need to pay an upgrade fee (£4 Adults/£2 Children). Twilight Tickets are chargeable but are discounted for Annual Members. Grotto tickets are chargeable. All tickets MUST be prebooked and you will be asked to include your membership number and surname to complete your purchase. You will also need to produce a valid membership card on entry. Failure to provide a valid membership card will mean that you will be charged the full rate prior to your visit or on entry. From the 28th of September until the 7th of October Annual Members are able to book one daytime and one twilight experience. Annual Members cannot book for non members, other than those under 5 years, until the 7th of October.
Carers
Standard charges apply to visitors with accessible needs, general admission for carers is free of charge. For carers in your party, please select the Carer ticket as well as your own. Proof of disability will be requested on admission, which may include a Blue Badge, statement of special educational needs from LEA or NHS, or a letter from a medical professional on NHS headed paper. Failure to provide proof will mean that you will be charged the full rate on entry.
B&B Guests staying during the Christmas event
There is no need to book Castle or Gardens tickets, you will be given these on arrival. After making your room reservation you will be sent an email containing details for how to pre-book to visit Father Christmas should you wish to do so.
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