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Free Outdoor Christmas trail

Complete festive challenges and games across the jungle, desert, oceans, the Arctic and the night sky. ​

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Travel through the jungle, desert, oceans, Arctic and night sky, taking on festive challenges and playful activities along the way. Test your aim at tin can alley, play Christmas music, and challenge friends and family to a game of skittles as you explore Hughenden's gardens.

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Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

We have made sure this route is wheelchair/pushchair accessible.

Meeting point

Meet at the Visitor Reception Kiosk - the adventure begins there.

What to bring and wear

Bring your coat, layers if it's chilly and some good wellies - just in case there are muddy puddles to splash in!

Upcoming events

Pooch Passport 

Explore more with your four-legged friends! In partnership with Forthglade, visit Hughenden and other participating properties to collect 6 stamps on your free pooch passport to receive a treat.

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on
4 Nov 2026 to 28 Feb 2027
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 116 other dates or times

'The Polar Failure': Uncovering the hidden images of the 1875 Arctic expedition 

‘The Polar Failure’ at Hughenden Manor is an immersive exhibition launching 29 June, 2026 exploring Britain’s 1875 Arctic expedition through previously unseen photographs, marking its 150th anniversary in 2026.

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on
4 Nov 2026 to 28 Jun 2027
at 11:00 to 16:30+ 236 other dates or times

Painting Workshops 

Take part in a fun, guided acrylic painting class led by Easely Does It. Whether you’re completely new to painting or looking to develop your artistic skills, this step-by-step art workshop will help you create a canvas you’ll be proud to take home.

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on
7 Nov 2026
at 10:30 to 13:00

Christmas Wreath Making Workshop 

Join Easely Does It for a relaxing and festive adult Christmas wreath workshop, where you’ll create a stunning fresh Christmas wreath to decorate your home throughout the festive season

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on
27 Nov to 6 Dec 2026
at 10:30 to 13:30+ 5 other dates or times