North Pole Post Trail
Follow the festive trail to follow the journey of a letter to Father Christmas — fun, games, and magical photo moments await!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Start your adventure from Visitor Reception to follow the trail around the gardens.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Suitability
This is a family-friendly trail.
- Meeting point
Meet at the welcome kiosk.
- What to bring and wear
Wear warm layers and shoes with good grips so you're comfortable whatever the weather.
- Accessibility
There is step free access across the trial, but we would recommend an all-terrain pushchair or wheelchair as many surfaces are uneven.
Upcoming events
Stamped and Sealed: Christmas at Hughenden
Inspired by the magic of the first Christmas card and the golden age of letter writing, this year’s celebration brings together the elegance of the Victorian era and the heartwarming story of a 1940s wartime Christmas at Hughenden.
"Frozen Heart” Painting Morning
Join Michelle from Easely Does It for a peaceful, step-by-step acrylic painting session capturing the cozy magic of winter — a pair of mittened hands gently holding a heart-shaped snowball.
Northern Lights Paint and Poke Day
Toni from Easely Does It and Rebecca from Jack and Alice Crafts invite you to a truly magical creative retreat inspired by the ethereal beauty of the Northern Lights — blending painting, needle-felting, and a touch of winter sparkle.
Northern Lights Painting Morning
Join Toni from Easely Does It for a peaceful, step-by-step acrylic painting session inspired by the ethereal glow of the Aurora Borealis.