The Twelfth Night of Christmas

This Christmas, step inside Chiswick House and explore the imagined world of Duchess Georgiana of Devonshire and the most extravagantly-fabulous Twelfth Night party.

For the first time, Chiswick House opens its doors at Christmas, inviting you on a fantastical festive journey through its historic rooms, transformed into a spectacular world of Georgian yuletide opulence and fantasy, inspired by the beloved Twelve Days of Christmas carol, published in 1780.

Guests will step into Chiswick House as it was originally intended – built for entertaining; a place of revelry and Georgian celebrity culture, where excess and extravagance were the hallmarks of good taste. On your self-guided journey, you’ll explore a sequence of opulent themed rooms, peep chambers and festive tableaux, each inspired by a verse from the carol, culminating in a sumptuous banquet scene in the Lower Tribune.

Expect dramatic installations, bespoke sculptures, fabulous costumes and floristry and an uplifting, joyous Christmas experience like no other.

Lose yourself in this magical reimagining of Georgian celebration.

The Twelfth Night of Christmas weaves history, storytelling, whimsy and spectacle to create a magical, festive world for visitors of all ages.

Suitable for the whole family, The Twelfth Night of Christmas at Chiswick House is the perfect way to step into the Christmas spirit