Christmas sparkles at the Royal Pavilion with stunning festive trees
Brighton family company Gap Solutions sponsors first ever exterior Christmas tree in Royal Pavilion Garden.
For the first time ever, a magnificent 22 ft real Christmas tree has been installed in the Pavilion’s listed garden, illuminating the grounds and creating a stunning festive backdrop for visitors.
Sponsored by Gap Solutions, a family owned bespoke furniture business based in Brighton who carry out installations across the South East and London, the tree is a Nordman Fir located outside the main entrance to the Pavilion.
Elsewhere the final touches have been added to a spectacular copper and gold Christmas tree, bringing festive cheer to the Royal Pavilion’s historic kitchen. This dazzling Regency culinary-themed tree is one of seventeen uniquely decorated trees transforming the former royal palace into a magical Christmas experience.
Each tree tells its own story, from the Bridgerton-inspired frothy pastel tones to the opulent Louis XIV sunflower tree in the Saloon. There’s even a party tree festooned with invitations to gatherings once hosted by George IV himself.
Upstairs, the spotlight shifts to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, whose influence shaped many of our modern festive traditions. Three trees, including a recreation of their actual Christmas tree featured on a Victorian magazine cover, are displayed alongside original Victorian toys from the museum’s collection, capturing the timeless joy of a family Christmas.
Hedley Swain, CEO of Brighton & Hove Museums, said: “There’s something for everyone, with festive decorations, craft workshops, ice skating, carol singers, trails for families, and magical experiences that will make this Christmas truly special. Our Christmas tree trail is wonderful and we want to thank Gap Solutions for their generous sponsorship of our first outdoor tree.”
Greg Bradley, Director of Gap Solutions said: “This Christmas, we’re proudly supporting Brighton & Hove Museums as we ourselves are born and bred Brightonians so we hold many memories of visiting the Royal Pavilion and museums and hope that they are here for many many years to come.”
These Christmas displays are part of an exciting seasonal programme, including the return of a Regency Father Christmas, choir performances, a beloved mouse trail, festive banquets, and Christmas craft workshops.
