October 20, 2026

CHRISTMAS IN THE HISTORIC HOUSE
23rd November 2024 – 5th January 2025
Step into the story this December and experience a Scott family Christmas at Abbotsford with a special edition audio tour, festive spotlight displays, and the sights and smells of the 1820s festive season.
Don’t miss the chance to see the much-loved Waverley Tree, one of the largest book trees in Scotland and the twinkling centrepiece of our seasonal celebrations.
Date and time
23rd November- 5th January
10am- 4pm (last entry 3pm)
Early close on 24th and 31st December, 10am- 2pm (last entry 1.15pm)
CLOSED 25th and 26th December, 1st and 2nd January