Christmas at Waddesdon

Join Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild and his beloved dog, Poupon, on a festive trans-European tour, exploring the unique holiday traditions that light up each country’s winter season.

Every stop on their journey will highlight a different city, blending local heritage, seasonal customs, and links to Waddesdon’s famous collection.

Outside, the Manor and Gardens will be illuminated with an innovative new immersive light show, combining a specially commissioned digital projection, lights and sound.

The lawns and trees in front of the house will be transformed into a living, moving tapestry of colour while the popular Christmas Fair and Food Village move to the South side of the Manor.

As always, you will be welcomed into a house which has been brought to life with beautiful, playful decorations and immersive light art. Digital instillations and soundscapes inspired by Ferdinand’s journeys and the collections will combine to transport you around the world. And don’t forget to look our for Poupon!

Wander through the grounds as our spectacular landscape is transformed into a kaleidoscope of colour, lights and music with specially chosen instillations. And warm up with a hot drink at the Coffee Kiosk.