The festivities were in full swing at the Hill House in the run up to Christmas with a host of events on offer to visitors.

Christmas activities were held in the week leading up to the big day, and were enjoyed by people of all ages.

The house was dressed to impress with wreaths and garlands adorning its famous rooms.

Visitors to the house were invited to find how the Blackie family, who lived in the house from 1904 to 1953, would dine during the festive season.

From December 16-19, the house hosted an elf trail for its youngest visitors.

As well as the trail, families enjoyed participating in some festive crafts at the Edwardian Christmas card making station.

Throughout the season, the house’s cafe has been offering some delicious festive treats, and Christmas talks have been on offer.

The site is now closed until Wednesday, January 4 when it will reopen seven days a week, from 10am-5pm. Last entry is at 4pm.

In a Facebook post, the team at the house said: “Thank you for an incredible 2022.

“We hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy Hogmanay.”

For more information on what is on offer at the Hill House, visit nts.org.uk/visit/places/the-hill-house.