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Palace House Presents - Alice's Christmas Wonderland

  • 21st Nov 2026 - 3rd Jan 2027
  • 10am - 5pm
Don’t be late for a very important date!

Alice's Christmas Wonderland is coming to Beaulieu in a brand new festive experience for 2026. 

Visit the Mad Hatter’s hat shop, tumble down a rabbit hole and meet the Queen of Hearts as Palace House takes you on a journey through Alice's imagination. 

This brand new experience is perfect for all the family, bringing Alice’s world to life with magical installations, storytelling and plenty of surprises along the way. Follow your curiosity and discover an adventure like no other this Christmas at Beaulieu.

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  1. A Palace House Christmas (2)

    Step into Alice’s Christmas Wonderland

    Palace House is transformed into a magical Wonderland adventure. Follow the White Rabbit and tumble down the rabbit hole into a world of festive magic, where historic rooms are brought to life with twinkling lights, soundscapes and theatrical displays.

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    Meet Curious Characters

    Meet curious Characters as you journey through Palace House. Keep your eyes peeled for the Mad Hatter and his friends as they bring the magic of Wonderland to life.*

    *Only available on peak sessions. 

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  3. Beaulieu’S 20Ft Wonderland Themed Real Tree

    Christmas Trees Galore!

    Look out for beautifully decorated Christmas trees adorned with woodland toadstools, cascading playing cards and colourful butterflies, as well as the spectacular 20ft Wonderland-themed tree taking centre stage at the foot of the grand staircase.

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  4. A Palace House Christmas (4)

    A Storybook Setting

    Palace House provides the perfect backdrop for this enchanting celebration of Lewis Carroll’s much-loved world. With fascinating connections to Alice Liddell, the real-life inspiration behind Alice’s adventures, it's the perfect place to learn more about the history of this story. 

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  5. Upgrade To Afternoon Tea In The Abbey Domus

    Make your visit extra special

    Complete your Christmas visit with a Wonderland Tea & Treats experience in the historic Abbey Domus. Enjoy heart-shaped scones with jam and cream, delicious cakes and sandwiches served on an Alice in Wonderland-inspired stand.

    Why not add a celebratory glass of Prosecco for an extra touch of festive sparkle.

  6. Shop A Range Of Decorations In The Palace House Gift Shop

    Gift inspiration

    Keep the magic of Alice’s Christmas Wonderland alive long after your visit with a special keepsake from the Palace House gift shop. Discover a tempting collection of Wonderland inspired decorations, including beautiful baubles and treasures inspired by the displays you’ve seen throughout the experience.

Ticket and Prices 

An admission ticket to Alice's Christmas Wonderland includes entry to  all of the Beaulieu attractions, including the National Motor Museum. Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey, Little Beaulieu and much more.

Tickets are on sale now! 

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OFF PEAK 

Type Advance On The Day
 Adult £27.00

£30.00

Child (age 4-16)* £16.00 £17.75
Child (age 0-3) £0 £0
Family* £68.30 £75.90
Adult with disability £19.10 £21.25
Child with disability £12.10 £13.40

*Price based on a minimum of 4 people (2 Adults and 2 Children). Max of 2 adults and up to 6 children.

ON PEAK

Type Advance On The Day
 Adult £29.95 £33
Child (age 4-16)* £17.70 £19.50
Child (age 0-3) £0 £0
Family* £75.99 £83.40
Adult with disability £21.25 £23.40
Child with disability £13.45 £14.80

*Price based on a minimum of 4 people (2 Adults and 2 Children). Max of 2 adults and up to 6 children.

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Make your Christmas visit truly unforgettable by upgrading to include a Wonderland Tea & Treats experience. Step into a world of curious delights as you enjoy heart-shaped scones with jam and cream, dainty sandwiches and curious cakes, served on a beautifully themed Alice in Wonderland stand in the atmospheric surroundings of the Abbey Domus.

  1. Upgrade To Afternoon Tea In The Abbey Domus

    What's included?

    • Two heart-shaped mini scones, freshly baked and served with strawberry jam and clotted cream.
    •  A selection of four delicate finger sandwiches, filled with classic afternoon tea favourites.
    • Four beautifully handcrafted miniature cakes and sweet treats, inspired by Wonderland.
    • Unlimited freshly brewed tea or coffee.

     

    Served and hosted in the historic setting of the Beaulieu Abbey Domus.

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    Upgrade to include a glass of fizz!

    Why not upgrade your experience to include a glass of prosecco for just an extra £5 per person.

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    Prices

    Prices start from £29.95 per person for the Wonderland Tea & Treats experience, or upgrade your visit with a celebratory glass of Prosecco for just £34.95 per person.

  4. A Palace House Christmas

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    Tickets for Wonderland Tea and Treats are now on sale.

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    Please note, admission tickets for Alice's Christmas Wonderland must also be purchased. 

Your tickets to Alice's Christmas Wonderland includes entry into all of the Beaulieu Attraction, please also visit our Attraction FAQ’s which may help answer your query about visiting Beaulieu.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Please click on the "Tickets and Prices" tab to view prices for Alice's Christmas Wonderland

Please carefully consider and select the date of your visit before booking as in line with our terms and conditions, tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged for a different date.

The time it takes to experience Alice's Christmas Wonderland can vary depending on the individual but we would suggest giving at least 1 hour. Visitors are welcome to explore the remainder of the attraction before or afterwards. 

The Beaulieu attraction will open at 10am daily, with first entry to Palace House being from 10.30am. Last entry to Palace House will be at 4pm. The attraction will close at 5pm. The attraction is closed on Christmas Day. 

Last admission to Palace House is at 4pm. The house will close at 5pm.

Yes, if you’re going to be late, you do not need to let us know. We will simply see you when you arrive.

Yes, Alice's Christmas Wonderland has been designed to appeal to all age ranges including young children. There will also be a kids activity trail to pick up on arrival. 

To purchase family tickets, you need a minimum of 4 people in your group with either 1 or 2 adults and up to 6 children selected.

Those who are visiting on a Peak day will have the opportunity to meet real life curious characters including The Mad Hatter and some of his friends.

If you are unable to print your ticket, please make a note of the booking reference and present to the admission team on arrival. Alternatively you can present your e-ticket at visitor reception on your digital device.

Please be aware that due to our rural location, phone signal can be variable. We recommend taking a screen shot of your e-ticket before arrival.

We are delighted to offer Gift Aid holders an On The Day discount to attend Alice's Christmas Wonderland. These can only be purchased on arrival and not online in advance. More information on tickets and prices will be released soon.

We are delighted to offer Beaulieu 100 members and Friends of the National Motor Museum Trust an On The Day discount to attend Alice's Christmas Wonderland. These can only be purchased on arrival and not online in advance. Further information on tickets and prices will be released soon.

Unfortunatly the National Art Pass cannot be used for admission to Alice's Christmas Wonderland.

Unfortunatly the Caravan & Motorhome Club discount cannot be used for visits between 21 November 2026 - 3 January 2027.

Unfortunatly Blue Peter Badges are unable to be used for visits between 21 November 2026 - 3 January 2027.

Unfortunatly dogs are not allowed inside Palace House. 

For our Dog Friendly FAQs click here.

Unfortunatly our return for free offer is not valid for visits between 21 November 2026 - 3 January 2027. 

If you’ve misplaced your tickets, please contact [email protected] and include the full name and email address of the booker.

Yes! Your admission ticket to Alice's Christmas Wonderland includes admission to all the Beaulieu attractions including the National Motor Museum, Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey and more.

We accept Compass cards, Gateway cards, National Disability Cards, letters from Disability Support Services, Personal Independence Payment letters, appropriate Travel/Leisure cards, and blue badges. If you don’t have any of the above, please check with us before your visit.

Yes, we offer free use of manual wheelchairs and electric scooters. We recommend you book these in advance by calling 01590 614646 between 10:00am – 5:00pm.

Please note that the upper floor of Palace House is not wheelchair accessible. A video tour of the upper floor will be available for visitors who are unable to access it. 

Yes, the disabled car park is located next to Visitor Reception. If the disabled car park is full, please park in the coach park opposite.

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No, we offer free car parking in our large visitor car parks.

Please visit our Places to Stay page for more information.

You are very welcome to take photographs of Alice's Christmas Wonderland and we encourage you to share your pictures on social media if you wish, tagging us @Beaulieu_UK, and using the hashtag #apalacehousechristmas

Yes, we are delighted to offer groups of 15+ discounted entry to Alice's Christmas Wonderland. For more information please see our groups page.

There are currently no plans for a Father Christmas meet and greet during Alice's Christmas Wonderland.

Director Charlotte Lloyd Webber Of CLW Event Design

CLW Event Design

Designers extraordinaire Charlotte Lloyd Webber and Adrian Lillie,  who have created award-winning installations across the UK with their CLW Event Design team, are transforming the Montagu family home into a festive masterpiece.

Their team have created award-winning installations at heritage properties, including Kensington Palace, Belvoir and Bamburgh castles and Treasure House Castle Howard.

A Selection Of Hats On Display In The Mad Hatters Hat Shop

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Tickets for Alice's Christmas Wonderland are on sale now! Book your tickets early to get your preferred date. 

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