Christmas at Calke is open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from now until Sunday 22 December. Christmas at Calke will also be open on Monday 23 December. Calke Abbey is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Here's a round-up of all things Christmas at Calke this year, so you can get the most from your visit:

• Join the festive fairs in the Riding School from 10am – 6.30pm.
• See the House and St Giles Church decked for Christmas from 11am – 3.30pm (last entry 3pm).
• Discover the parkland after dark in the tunnels from 11am – 6.30pm (last entry 6.15pm).
• Enjoy pigs in blankets in the Stableyards from 12pm – 6.30pm.
• Bump into Father Christmas and Mrs Claus on your travels from 2pm – 6pm (Saturdays and Sundays).
• Explore Calke lit up in festive lights from 4pm – 6.30pm.

Inspired by nature this Christmas, uncover the animals and plants that live at Calke.

As darkness settles, admire Calke lit up in festive lights and discover these friendly creatures around the Pleasure Grounds.