Following the success of the much-loved Christmas Experience House Tours, this brand-new event brings together some of our most requested demonstrations and festive highlights.

What to Expect

Spend the day in the beautiful grounds and rustic barn of Staveley Lodge right in the heart of Staveley Village.

Your ticket includes:

Live demonstrations throughout the day
A fresh roll with lamb or ham
A glass of bubbles
A slice of our famous Christmas Cake
Lucky Ticket Spot Prizes

Live Demonstrations

Arrive by 10.30am to catch the very first demonstration and set the tone for a full day of festive inspiration. You will be given times of demonstrations on arrival.

Glaze a ham worthy of centre stage
Trim the tree so it twinkles with magic
Wrap gifts that are too pretty to open
Build a platter brimming with flavour and colour
Master the art of gravlax salmon
Create show-stopping desserts
Arrange stunning Christmas Flowers
Craft flowing Christmas Lanterns
Christmas Table Styling

On the Day

Alongside the demonstrations, enjoy:

Christmas Stalls with festive finds
Coffee cart, sausage rolls and an ice-cream truck
Raffles
You’re welcome to bring your own picnic lunch and rug
Make sure you bring some cash in your wallets as not all stall sites will have eftpos

Event Details

Date Sunday 23rd November, 2025
Time Gates open at 10.00am / First Demonstration at 10.30am / Concludes at 3.00pm
Location The Staveley Boutique Lodge, 12 Burgess Road, Staveley
Parking Ample parking

Good to Know

The venue is in a natural garden setting
Toilets available on site
Children 12 years and over are welcome with a ticket
Event goes ahead rain or shine

Hosted by Hospice Mid Canterbury, this promises to be a festive, relaxed day out with friends and family. Gather a carload and join us for Christmas inspiration and country hospitality.

Your Christmas Experience Team,

Angela, Barbara, Christine, Kate, Pam, Anne-Marie, Lynnie