Christmas shopping is arriving early at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, where a new Christmas Emporium is set to transform the North East destination into a festive haven for gifts, decorations, fashion and seasonal treats.
The popular Coach House Shop is expanding into Raby’s Riding School for Christmas 2026, creating an enchanting new retail space designed to offer visitors an even wider selection of festive finds.
The Christmas Emporium will officially launch on Thursday 8th October, where the nostalgic space will be brimming with Christmas décor featuring delicate baubles, twinkling lights and unique stocking fillers.
The Tutti store is also moving to the Riding School, showcasing the new Autumn/Winter clothing collection, designed for the rhythm of everyday life. Fluid tailoring, tactile knitwear, considered outerwear and easy silhouettes come together to create a wardrobe that feels effortless yet polished.
The Coach House Shop will remain home to a range of gifts from notable and highly sought after premium brands including Plum & Ashby and Elizabeth Scarlett, beautiful seasonal homeware and a carefully curated selection of thoughtful gifts, ideal for those who are difficult to buy for. It will also feature a new food emporium hosting an exclusive range of premium brands.
From Saturday 14th November, Raby’s Christmas Emporium will also include a festive café area, providing an ideal place to indulge in some treats after Christmas shopping.
The expansion follows an impressive growth in Raby’s retail operation, which has seen its Coach House Shop achieve a 30% growth in revenue year on year, since opening in 2024.
Raby believes the overall destination shopping experience it provides is proving to be the biggest success. Alongside free parking and a calm shopping experience, visitors can also enjoy a full day out in the grounds – whether that’s heading to The Vinery Café for a relaxed lunch or meeting friends for a glass of fizz, strolling through the Walled Gardens, or visiting the free-to-enter exhibition space.
For the Christmas period, the magnificent Entrance Hall in the castle is hosting Raby’s popular festive afternoon tea and castle tour on selected dates in December once again, with a festive afternoon tea also available in The Vinery Cafe, where visitors can soak up the panoramic views of the castle.
Planning your Christmas shopping? Discover what’s coming to Raby Castle’s Christmas Emporium and explore the festive experiences planned across the estate this season.
