Christmas at Nottingham Castle
Friday 28th November 25 –
Sunday 4th January 26
(excludes Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day – 25 / 26th December & 1st January)
Join us this festive season
- Kick off Christmas at the Castle with a Christmas Market weekend in collaboration with It’s in Nottingham
- Meet Santa or his friends at the Winter Woodland Santa’s Grotto in Brewhouse Yard
- Explore the Castle site and find the Candy Canes hiding in the galleries with the Candy Cane Trail children’s activity sheet
- Delve underground into the caves with a Cave Tour at Nottingham Castle
- Get inspired with gifts & treats in our cafés & shop
Come and see us between Friday 28th November 2025 & Sunday 4th January 2026 to enjoy festive fun for your family and friends!
Winter Woodland Santa’s Grotto
Step into a Winter Woodland with Brewhouse Yard’s Santa’s Grotto (Location: NG7 1FB). Meet Santa & his friends, and see the magic of Christmas come to life.
Child (1 – 15 years) : £15, Adult: £8, Under 1’s are free (no gift).
Admission to Nottingham Castle not included.
Afternoon Teas
Indulge in Festive Afternoon Tea, with a selection of sandwiches, savouries and a range of festive desserts.
Dates: Saturday & Sunday (6th – 21st December)
Price: Adult: £30 / Child (under 12): £15 (exc. booking fee)
We cater for allergens & requirements. Specify on booking.
Afternoon Tea includes entry to Nottingham Castle for this visit.
The Candy Cane Indoor Trail
Explore the Castle site and find the Candy Cane hiding in the galleries.
Price: £2 trail sheet available at shops & cafés from Friday 28th November
Standard site admission applies.
Wishing Tree
Come and find the wishing tree inside Nottingham Castle.
11 am – 4 pm
Standard admission applies
Wintery Walks
December is a perfect time of year to enjoy the seasonal changes including the frost on the trees within the Nottingham Castle grounds.
Christmas Market
In partnership with It’s in Nottingham for the Christmas Market at Nottingham Castle
Friday 28th November – Sunday 30th November
Pre-booked tickets required
For Christmas & New Years Opening Hours, please see: www.nottinghamcastle.org.uk/christmas-new-years-opening-times
Please plan your visit at www.nottinghamcastle.org.uk/visit, and see our accessibility page: www.nottinghamcastle.org.uk/accessibility. Site admission and activity charges apply.