West Horsley Place to host 1930s Christmas events
Historic house transforms for artisan fair, living history, and Santa visits.
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West Horsley Place, a historic manor house, will host a series of Christmas events throughout November and December 2026. The venue, located at Epsom Road, West Horsley, Leatherhead, KT24 6AN, will offer visitors a nostalgic festive experience with free on-site parking.
Artisan Christmas Fair
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From November 20 to 22, 2026, the estate will feature an artisan Christmas fair. Independent craftspeople, makers, and food producers will present their wares across the Manor House, barn, and grounds. The event aims to provide visitors with opportunities to find unique gifts, sample seasonal food, and enjoy handcrafted decorations inspired by Christmases of the past.
Crewe's Christmas: A 1930s Immersion
The following weekend, November 28 and 29, 2026, West Horsley Place will be transformed for 'Crewe's Christmas'. The house will be presented as a 1930s manor, with rooms decorated for the festive season. The event will bring to life stories of the Crewe family, including their role as arts patrons, with intimate performances of Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake in the Stone Hall. The programme also highlights the experiences of 40 evacuee children who stayed at the house in 1939, with related correspondence available for viewing.
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Jane's Historical Kitchen will recreate period recipes, offering a glimpse into 1930s culinary traditions. Crafting workshops drawing inspiration from the era will also be available. Clare Clinton, deputy director of West Horsley Place, stated that 'Crewe's Christmas offers a wonderful opportunity to experience West Horsley Place through the stories, music and traditions of another generation'.
Magical Manor and Santa
In December, the 'Magical Manor' event will offer a classic country-house Christmas experience. This event will include storytelling, gingerbread making, and opportunities to meet Father Christmas. Families can explore the property, with the Stone Hall featuring a Christmas tree and the library serving as a space for seasonal tales. Santa will be present in his study, offering a gift to each child.
Clare Clinton added that the Christmas events at West Horsley Place 'brings together different generations of festive traditions throughout November and December'.
Visiting West Horsley Place
West Horsley Place is located at Epsom Road, West Horsley, Leatherhead, KT24 6AN. Free on-site parking is available for visitors. Tickets for the events can be booked via the West Horsley Place website.
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+What Christmas events are happening at West Horsley Place in 2026?
West Horsley Place will host an artisan Christmas fair from November 20 to 22, 2026. From November 28 to 29, 2026, 'Crewe's Christmas' will transform the house into a 1930s manor. In December, 'Magical Manor' will offer Santa visits and storytelling.
+Where is West Horsley Place located and is there parking?
West Horsley Place is situated at Epsom Road, West Horsley, Leatherhead, KT24 6AN. The venue provides free on-site parking for all visitors attending the Christmas events.
+What can visitors expect at Crewe's Christmas event?
Crewe's Christmas, on November 28 and 29, 2026, will recreate the house as a 1930s manor. It will feature period decorations, stories of the Crewe family and evacuee children, live ballet performances, historical recipes, and craft workshops.
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