Experience Christmas after hours at one of Fairfax House's exclusive Candlelit Evenings.     As dusk falls and the crowds depart, discover A Christmas Tail by candlelight. Fairfax House takes on a special magic at night, as the soft glow of candles brings warmth and atmosphere to every room, offering a rare opportunity to experience the House after hours. Dec 16th : 5.00-7.00pm Dec 18th : 5.00-7.00pm Dec 21st : 5.00-7.00pm  Adults £15, Concessions £12, Children £6 Prebooking highly advised Please note: last admission for these events are 6:15pm PLEASE ADD GIFT AID AT NO EXTRA COST Fairfax House receives no public funding. Gift Aid is a government scheme that allows charities to obtain an additional 25p for every pound that you give us today, at no extra cost to you. Gift Aid is optional. Choosing to Gift Aid one standard admission ticket means we will receive an extra £2.

Celebrate Christmas at Fairfax House as York's finest Georgian townhouse is transformed for the festive season. For this spectacular Georgian Christmas celebration lavish decorations and beautiful greenery will adorn the House’s elegant historic interiors.   This year, discover A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse, inspired by Aesop's beloved fable. Tempted by stories of grand Christmas celebrations, curious country mice venture into the city to experience life in a magnificent Georgian townhouse for the first time.   Yet city life holds unexpected surprises, and perhaps a few dangers. Enticing luxuries lie ahead, huge feasts, fabulous fashion, tempting bargains at the Frost Fair and a lavish ball - will they be able to avoid temptation?   Follow the adventures of these rustic country cousins as they navigate the delights and surprises of Georgian city life. Hidden throughout the House are hundreds of bespoke mice, each dressed in a unique outfit lovingly hand-stitched by our volunteers. Keep your eyes peeled, can you spot them all?  Perfect for families, with children aged 16 and under going free, Fairfax House offers one of York's most atmospheric Christmas experiences.   PLEASE ADD GIFT AID AT NO EXTRA COST Fairfax House receives no public funding. Gift Aid is a government scheme that allows charities to obtain an additional 25p for every pound that you give us today, at no extra cost to you. Gift Aid is optional. Choosing to Gift Aid one standard admission ticket means we will receive an extra £2. Please note: group bookings are limited to 8. If you want to book a larger group please contact: info@fairfaxhouse.co.uk.

Join artist Freya Horsley for a cosy, festive afternoon lino printing workshop inspired by the collections at Fairfax House. The session begins with a curator-led tour of the House, giving participants the chance to look closely and choose an item from the collection as the starting point for their own design.  Working in a small group, Freya will guide you through drawing, carving, and printing your own lino design. The workshop is suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience, and all materials are provided.   The afternoon includes a glass of prosecco (or tea/coffee).  Saturday 5 December 2026, 1-4pm PLEASE ADD GIFT AID AT NO EXTRA COST Fairfax House receives no public funding. Gift Aid is a government scheme that allows charities to obtain an additional 25p for every pound that you give us today, at no extra cost to you. Gift Aid is optional. Choosing to Gift Aid one standard admission ticket means we will receive an extra £2. Please note: the curator tour requires good mobility. Fairfax House has no lift, so stairs are necessary.

Let Fairfax House transport you to the glory days of city-living in eighteenth century York. Once the elegant townhouse of Ann Fairfax and her father, Fairfax House boasts richly decorated interiors and exceptional stucco ceilings, standing today as a masterpiece of Georgian design and architecture. Our rooms invite you to step directly into the past and experience the collections at close quarters, as its original inhabitants would have done. Set in the heart of York | Children aged 16 and under enter free with a paying adult. Your ticket is valid for one year of entry! PLEASE ADD GIFT AID AT NO EXTRA COST Fairfax House receives no public funding. Gift Aid is a government scheme that allows charities to obtain an additional 25p for every pound that you give us today, at no extra cost to you. Gift Aid is optional. Choosing to Gift Aid one standard admission ticket means we will receive an extra £2. Please note: group bookings are limited to 6. If you want to book a larger group please contact: info@fairfaxhouse.co.uk.

Taking in highlights from the exceptional collection and exploring the rich stories of Fairfax House, our Friday Guided Tour offers a fascinating introduction to our history and magnificent interiors. You'll be led through the house by an expert volunteer guide, who will be on hand to answer any questions. Tours take approximately one hour. Your Friday Guided Tour ticket is valid for one year of entry. PLEASE ADD GIFT AID AT NO EXTRA COST Fairfax House receives no public funding. Gift Aid is a government scheme that allows charities to obtain an additional 25p for every pound that you give us today, at no extra cost to you. Gift Aid is optional. Choosing to Gift Aid one standard admission ticket means we will receive an extra £2.

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