Churchill's Animals: Guided tour of Christmas in the House at Chartwell
Join one of our expert volunteer guides on a tour of selected rooms in the house at Chartwell which are decorated for Christmas, each with a different animal theme.
Running Monday to Friday on selected dates, one of our knowledgeable volunteer guides will lead you through the specially decorated rooms at Chartwell. This year’s theme celebrates Churchill’s love for animals. From cherished pets and exotic creatures to farmyard favourites, enjoy delightful decorations with different animal themes in house this Christmas season.
Spaces are limited to 12 per tour to provide a more personal experience of your visit to the house. Guided tours start before the house opens to other visitors on timed-entry, self-led visits.
During your tour, guides will share stories of Churchill’s pets and other animals at Chartwell. Discover more about Chartwell Christmas traditions and have an opportunity to ask questions.
Upon arrival to the Chartwell Visitor Centre, you will need to buy a Garden and Studio ticket in addition to the tour ticket. This will allow you to visit the gardens and studio after the tour. (Children under 5 do not need a ticket).
Please note:
- Standard admissions charges apply to non-members on arrival.
- Please head to the Visitor Centre on arrival with your booking details to collect your tickets.
- Indoor event.
- Children must be supervised at all times.
- Please book one ticket per person. Children under 5 don’t need a ticket.
- Members park free but non-members will need to pay where there are pay machines or at the visitor centre. Campervans are welcome but not permitted to stay overnight and we're unable to welcome caravans at this time.
- If you arrive late, we can’t guarantee you entry.
- Check the property website before you travel to see which facilities are open for your visit.
- Tickets are for your use and cannot be resold.
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Join one of our expert volunteer guides on a tour of selected rooms in the house at Chartwell which are decorated for Christmas, each with a different animal theme.
Running Monday to Friday on selected dates, one of our knowledgeable volunteer guides will lead you through the specially decorated rooms at Chartwell. This year’s theme celebrates Churchill’s love for animals. From cherished pets and exotic creatures to farmyard favourites, enjoy delightful decorations with different animal themes in house this Christmas season.
Spaces are limited to 12 per tour to provide a more personal experience of your visit to the house. Guided tours start before the house opens to other visitors on timed-entry, self-led visits.
During your tour, guides will share stories of Churchill’s pets and other animals at Chartwell. Discover more about Chartwell Christmas traditions and have an opportunity to ask questions.
Upon arrival to the Chartwell Visitor Centre, you will need to buy a Garden and Studio ticket in addition to the tour ticket. This will allow you to visit the gardens and studio after the tour. (Children under 5 do not need a ticket).
Please note:
- Standard admissions charges apply to non-members on arrival.
- Please head to the Visitor Centre on arrival with your booking details to collect your tickets.
- Indoor event.
- Children must be supervised at all times.
- Please book one ticket per person. Children under 5 don’t need a ticket.
- Members park free but non-members will need to pay where there are pay machines or at the visitor centre. Campervans are welcome but not permitted to stay overnight and we're unable to welcome caravans at this time.
- If you arrive late, we can’t guarantee you entry.
- Check the property website before you travel to see which facilities are open for your visit.
- Tickets are for your use and cannot be resold.