Enjoy a festive family day out at Walmer Castle and Gardens near Deal on December weekends, with seasonal activities to explore as the castle grounds get into the Christmas spirit. In the run-up, free Festive Shopping Days open up the castle shop and tearooms for gifts, toys, decorations, hot drinks and mince pies.
Please note: The main interior of the castle is closed for major renovations.
Festive Fun: Make magical memories as you explore Walmer Castle and Gardens and enjoy seasonal activities for the whole family.
Festive Shopping Days: Get ahead with your Christmas shopping and browse the castle shop's range of gifts, toys and decorations, with the tearooms open for hot drinks and mince pies.

Prices
Festive Fun: Included with standard admission. English Heritage members go free.
Festive Shopping Days: Free entry, with no booking needed
Admission 
Price - during renovations
English Heritage Member: Free
Online prices - from:
Adult: £11.41
Child - 5 to 17 years: £5.67
Child - under 5 years: Free
Concession - Student/Over 65 years: £10.78
Family - 1 adult + up to 3 children: £17.15
Family - 2 adults + up to 3 children: £28.63
Memberships and overseas visitor passes are available
Top Ticket Tip
Tickets on the day will be higher than these online prices. Prices vary during the year.

Booking Highlights
Book Festive Fun online in advance for guaranteed entry and up to 15% off the ticket price. Ticket prices are reduced by 30% while the castle interiors are closed for conservation.

Dates & Times
19th November to 20th December 2026
Festive Fun: Weekends, 5th to 20th December 2026, 10am-4pm
Festive Shopping Days: 19th and 26th November, and 3rd, 10th and 16th December 2026, 11am-3pm.

Good To Know
On the Festive Shopping Days, the castle and gardens are closed, and only the shop and tearooms are open. The main castle interiors are closed for a major conservation project.

📍 Walmer Castle Visitor Details
Check out our main listing for Walmer Castle and Gardens near Deal for more visitor info, including accessibility and parking. For more adventures at Walmer Castle, click the Events button under the listing's main image.

⭐ Ready to book Festive Fun at Walmer Castle? Click on the Website link above to go directly to the venue's booking page.

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Love a bit of festive magic? Explore our guide to Christmas in Kent, or our Seasonal category for all our listings.

Picture Credit: © English Heritage.

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