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Table Setting for the Holidays with Charles MacPherson
$90.00 incl. HSTSaturday, November 30, 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. sessions Eldon House and Interpretive CentreRegistration Required | Registration Policy In preparation for the holidays, Charles the Butler invites you to join him in the dining room of historic Eldon House to learn the art of table setting. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to prepare the dining room and back-of-house for service, tips, tricks, tools of the trade, and how to build a place setting. Through demonstration and practice, this workshop will ensure your holiday feast is a cut above the rest! This is an exclusive workshop set in the 19th century period Eldon House estate which will be decorated for Victorian Christmas - space is limited. Refreshments will be served in the Interpretive Centre after the workshop. -
Victorian Christmas
FREESunday, December 1, 2018 to Wednesday, January 1, 2020 Wednesday through Sunday, 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. By DonationEnjoy the sights and scents of the Victorian Christmas tradition. Visit London’s oldest family residence and experience the beautiful holiday decorations of the past. Floral arrangements by the Garden Club of London. -
Christmas Tea
$20.00 – $40.00 incl. HSTSaturday, December 7 12:00, 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. Seating. Interpretive CentreRegistration Required | Registration Policy Get in the holiday spirit with live entertainment, tea and an abundant menu of savouries and sweets before touring Eldon House decorated for Victorian Christmas! By reservation only.READ MORE -
Meet Father Christmas
FREESUNDAY, DECEMBER 8 DROP IN BETWEEN 12:00 P.M. AND 5:00 P.M. By DonationDrop in & Pay Enjoy self-guided tours of our Victorian Christmas exhibit with hands-on activities for children as well as a picture with Father Christmas in the Drawing Room. For a small donation, Eldon House can provide staff to take family photos using your camera or device. A limit of 3 pictures per group for large groups. -
The Ghost of Christmas Past
$20.00 incl. HSTSaturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15, 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 p.m.Registration Required | Registration Policy The name Charles Dickens has become synonymous with Christmas. “A Christmas Carol” was arguably his most famous work which was built on the Victorian tradition of ghost story telling around the hearth at Christmas time. Learn about real ghost stories of Eldon House with this 50 minute guided tour by a costumed Historical Interpreter. Including a history of age old traditions and a link to all things ‘Dickens’ this tour will get you in the spirit of Christmas Past.READ MORE -
New Year’s Levee
FREEWednesday, JANUARY 1, 2020 Drop In 1:00 P.M. TO 4:00 P.M. ELDON HOUSE AND INTERPRETIVE CENTRECelebrate the New Year with a visit to Eldon House and enjoy musical entertainment in the elegant drawing room. Exchange greetings and gather with friends for hot cider and treats in the Interpretive Centre.