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Rob Biddulph Festive Family Activity Trail at Chartwell

Rob Biddulph returns to Chartwell after a sensational summer. Follow the fox through the garden on a festive family activity trail inspired by his much-loved picture book I Follow the Fox.

  • Booking not needed
  • Admission applies

Step into the story of I Follow the Fox with this festive family trail through the garden at Chartwell. Inspired by the enchanting picture book by bestselling author and illustrator Rob Biddulph, families can follow the fox's journey and take part in a series of seasonal activities along the way.

Explore the garden, enjoy creative challenges and help find the little fox on this winter adventure.

Once you've completed the trail, return to the visitor centre to collect your prize.

Trails cost £3.50 and include a prize. (Normal admission or National Trust membership applies. Under 5s enter for free.)

Extend your visit inside the house (timed-entry house ticket needed) where each room celebrates Sir Winston's love of painting as part of this year's theme, Churchill's Colourful Christmas.

Garden activities are available 10am opening–4pm closing time (last entry 3.30pm). House opening times are 11am–3.30pm (last entry 3.10pm). Selected rooms in the house will be open and decorated for Christmas from 27 November to 3 January (excluding Christmas Eve and Christmas Day).

Every purchase you make at Chartwell helps the National Trust preserve & share the history, nature and beauty of this special place with everyone, for ever. Thank you for your continued support.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All All£3.50
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The basics

Accessibility

Hillside location with steps, unsuitable for mobility scooters. Blue Badge parking and drop-off available. Accessible toilets. Wheelchair accessible virtual house tour. Wheelchair available on first floor of house.

Meeting point

Visitor Centre. Normal admission applies.

Suitability for children

Children welcome

What to bring and wear

This trail takes place outdoors. Please dress suitably for potential wet or cold weather.

Other

Standard parking charges apply for non-members. This car park uses the JustPark app for member check-in and non-member parking payments. Please download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and create an account before your visit. JustPark code: 80538 Caravan code: 10053963 Alternatively, you can pay for parking or scan your National Trust membership card at the Visitor Centre. Scanning your membership card helps ensure Chartwell receives credit for your visit.

Upcoming events

Rob Biddulph family activity trail 

Explore the garden with activities inspired by Rob Biddulph’s latest book, ‘When I grow up I’d like to be...'

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28 Aug to 6 Sep 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 9 other dates or times

‘Churchill: Image and Power’ exhibition at Chartwell in the Uniform Room 

Explore the restored Uniform Room and see Churchill's recently conserved clothing items in a special display.

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on
28 Aug to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 15:40+ 65 other dates or times

Inspired by Chartwell Painting Exhibition 

See the winning paintings from the ‘Inspired by Chartwell’ Painting Competition

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on
28 Aug to 31 Dec 2026
at 11:30 to 16:00+ 123 other dates or times

Chartwell Highlights Tour: Life at Chartwell 

Join one of our expert volunteer guides on an intimate tour of select rooms in the house at Chartwell, focusing on Sir Winston Churchill, his family, and the friends and guests who shaped their lives here.

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on
28 Aug to 4 Sep 2026
at 16:00 to 17:00+ 4 other dates or times