EVENT
A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse
Fairfax House | York
🖼️Exhibitions & Displays·🎄Christmas
About this event
Fairfax House is transformed for a Georgian Christmas. This year A Christmas Tail, inspired by Aesop's fable, follows curious country mice venturing into the city to experience life in a magnificent Georgian townhouse for the first time.
What to expect:
- Saturday 14 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, listed as all day
- Lavish decorations and greenery throughout the historic interiors
- Hundreds of bespoke mice hidden around the House, each in a hand-stitched outfit - can you spot them all?
- Follow the mice through feasts, fashion, the Frost Fair and a lavish ball
- Perfect for families, with children aged 16 and under going free
- Book online via the Book button
More Details
Booking
Book in advance
Arrival
Anytime
Parent Must Stay
Yes, required
Pricing
Location
Get directionsExplore one of England's finest Georgian townhouses filled with exceptional furniture, clocks, paintings and decorative arts from the renowned Noel Terry collection.
What this place offers
Toilets🐕 Dog-friendly
Last updated: 10 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions about A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse
How much does A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse cost?
For ticket prices for A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse, see the official event page or booking link.
When does A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse take place?
A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse runs from Saturday, 14 November 2026 to Sunday, 3 January 2027.
Where is A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse held?
A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse is held at Fairfax House in York.
Is A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse indoor or outdoor?
A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse is held indoors, so it's a great option whatever the weather.
Do I need to book in advance for A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse?
Yes, advance booking is required for A Christmas Tail: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse — book via the official event page.
