Tatton Park in Cheshire has announced that its Christmas period will be themed by the carol, The Twelve Days of Christmas.

Tatton in winter

Tatton Park in Cheshire has announced that its Christmas period will be themed by the carol, The Twelve Days of Christmas.

With plenty on offer for groups, including catering packages and discounted entry rates, Tatton Park’s Christmas season will run from 20th November until 23rd December.

The Twelve Days of Christmas

The countdown to Christmas Day will be inspired by the popular Christmas carol, integrating different parts of the song into the decorations around the mansion. Visitors can expect décor themed around turtle doves, gold rings and ladies dancing, plus enjoy other traditional Christmas decorations, fresh foliage and greenery.

The themed period will also teach visitors about the secret symbolism behind each of the elements that make up The Twelve Days of Christmas.

Previous Christmas’s at Tatton have included live musicians, Christmas tree displays, and choirs.  

Opening dates

Tatton Park will be open every day between Monday 20th November and Sunday 3rd December.

It will also be open on the weekends of Friday 8th to Sunday 10th December and Friday 15th to Sunday 17th December, plus Saturday 23rd December (but closed on 24th December).

In addition, a free-to-enter Gift Fair will take place from Friday 24th to Sunday 26th November. Coach parking is available at Tatton, at no charge.

Catering options

Groups visiting over the Christmas period can enjoy a ‘mansion and lunch’ group’s package on select dates. The package comprises a visit to the Tatton mansion, followed by a traditional three-course Christmas lunch with a glass of wine, and tea or coffee in the atmospheric Tenants’ Hall.

This package is available for group travel organiser to book now.

To make a booking call 01625-374416 or e-mail tattongroups@cheshireeast.gov.uk.

For further information www.tattonpark.org.uk.

(Photo credit: George Littler).