The National Trust in Hampshire has unveiled its festive plans for the upcoming Christmas season.
The organisation has announced a range of events, suitable for all the family, which will take place from mid-November until early January.
Richard Grudzinski, experiences curator at the National Trust, said: "To the wonderful visitors who come back to see us at this busy time of year, the National Trust has Christmas well and truly wrapped up.
"At Mottisfont, Hinton Ampner, and The Vyne, you’ll find enchanting scenes that bring festive tales to life.
"There are frosty wonderlands and sugar plum fairies at Mottisfont’s Nutcracker.
"See the Snow Queen’s icy hall, and busy elves in their workshop at Hinton Ampner.
"And at The Vyne, you’ll meet characters from Alice in Wonderland against festive backdrops."
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Mottisfont will host A Nutcracker Christmas from November 23 to January 5.
Visitors will be immersed in the world of theatre, following the Nutcracker story through rooms filled with sparkling trees, music and special light effects.
Hinton Ampner will host An Enchanted Christmas from November 16 to January 5.
The property will be decorated with twinkling decorations, and winter light and sound effects.
Each room will have a different festive scene, including the Snow Queen’s throne in her icy entrance hall.
There will also be a pop-up sweet shop and family activities outside.
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At The Vyne, visitors can join in with Wonderland Christmas from November 20 to January 5.
The venue will be decorated with lavish decorations and whimsical scenes inspired by Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass.
Families can join Alice on a quest through the grounds, with nonsensical fun challenges and activities leading to a prize.
Winchester City Mill will host A Riverside Christmas from November 23 to January 5.
Inside the ancient mill, Christmas trees will be decorated with blue and silver baubles, inspired by the famous River Itchen that rushes beneath the mill.
There will be winter foliage garlands and stacks of presents, and hidden within the tree branches, animal characters reflecting the wildlife that lives along the riverbanks.
On November 25 and 26, visitors can join professional willow weaver Mollie McMillen to create their own festive wreath using all-natural materials, from berries to teasels.
More information can be found on the National Trust's website.
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