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Christmas Activity Day

Sat 19 Dec

The Palace of Holyroodhouse

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On 19 December 2026, the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh will host a Christmas Activity Day featuring festive trails and hands-on crafts for families. Visitors can explore the decorated interior with a special activity trail while creating 16th-century-inspired pomander oranges and mini Christmas wreaths to take home.

Join us for a special day of festive fun at the Palace. Christmas activity trail: Explore the beautifully decorated Palace with the help of a special Christmas activity trail for families. Pomander making: Did you know that Mary, Queen of Scots celebrated Christmas at the Palace? Take inspiration from 16th century and decorate your own pomander orange to take home. Mini Christmas wreaths: For centuries greenery has been used to decorate interiors at Christmas time. Find out more and decorate your own mini wreath to take home.

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Christmas Activity Day takes place on Saturday, 19 December 2026.

Christmas Activity Day is held at The Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh (Canongate, Edinburgh East EH8 8DX).

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