A Starlit Christmas Ball
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A Starlit Christmas Ball, a seasonal event, will run on selected dates at Kingston Lacy in Poole. The event will feature the house and gardens decorated for Christmas. Admission to the event is required.
Explore the house and gardens, decorated for a spectacular Christmas ball. You'll follow the story as you move through the rooms, and see glorious costumes and twinkling decorations inspired by the night sky and Christmas magic.
Outside, discover the Fernery, beautifully lit with twinkling lights and lanterns, and enjoy the natural beauty of the frosty winter gardens.
The Christmas ball in the house can be enjoyed daily 10.30am to 3pm (excluding 25/26 December)
Please note: in order to provide the best experience for all our visitors, we limit the numbers in the house. You may be asked to queue for a short period before entry. Visitor numbers usually peak in the morning and you may find the queues are reduced in the afternoon.
Please note: Kingston Lacy is closed on 25 December, and the house is closed on 26 December.
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Frequently asked questions
A Starlit Christmas Ball takes place on Saturday, 21 November 2026 at 10:30. The event runs until Sunday, 3 January 2027.
A Starlit Christmas Ball is held at Kingston Lacy in Poole (Wimborne Minster, Dorset).
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Kingston Lacy can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for A Starlit Christmas Ball can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
A Starlit Christmas Ball, a seasonal event, will run on selected dates at Kingston Lacy in Poole. The event will feature the house and gardens decorated for Christmas. Admission to the event is required.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Explore the house and gardens, decorated for a spectacular Christmas ball. You'll follow the story as you move through the rooms, and see glorious costumes and twinkling decorations inspired by the night sky and Christmas magic.
Outside, discover the Fernery, beautifully lit with twinkling lights and lanterns, and enjoy the natural beauty of the frosty winter gardens.
The Christmas ball in the house can be enjoyed daily 10.30am to 3pm (excluding 25/26 December)
Please note: in order to provide the best experience for all our visitors, we limit the numbers in the house. You may be asked to queue for a short period before entry. Visitor numbers usually peak in the morning and you may find the queues are reduced in the afternoon.
Please note: Kingston Lacy is closed on 25 December, and the house is closed on 26 December.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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WhereKingston Lacy
Wimborne Minster, Dorset
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is A Starlit Christmas Ball?
A Starlit Christmas Ball takes place on Saturday, 21 November 2026 at 10:30. The event runs until Sunday, 3 January 2027.
Where is A Starlit Christmas Ball taking place?
A Starlit Christmas Ball is held at Kingston Lacy in Poole (Wimborne Minster, Dorset).
Is there anywhere to stay near A Starlit Christmas Ball?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Kingston Lacy can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for A Starlit Christmas Ball?
Tickets for A Starlit Christmas Ball can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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