Welcome or Welcome Not
When? 05 December 2025
Where? Athelhampton House & Gardens - Dorchester
Once again Athelhampton House plays host to a seasonal celebration of words and music from and about Dorset, performed in the stunning Christmassy-lit Tudor Great Hall, in what is quickly becoming an annual tradition.
Local actor and folk singer Alastair Braidwood is joined by his mentor, esteemed and respected singer and folk musician Tim Laycock, for an evening full of festive cheer, including humorous stories read and acted, traditional songs and carols to be sung along to, poems recited, and folk tunes to get your foot tapping. Previous years’ performances by these energetic and knowledgeable entertainers were highly enjoyed by packed houses, and we look forward to it being so again this time. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Supper from 6pm (Pre Bookings only)
Roast Turkey or Beef Carvery washed down with a glass of wine, followed by Christmas Pudding or a Berry Pavlova.
Great Hall Door opens 7pm for 'seat' only tickets
Performance starts 7.30pm
There will be a short interval, performance time is approximately 2 hours.
Photo credit - Dorset Morri’arty
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