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Experience the magic of Ilam Park this Christmas. Whether you're looking for family fun with events and activities or a bracing winter walk in beautiful parkland, create special time with loved ones this festive season.
1 December - 4 January
Join us for an exciting family adventure. Father Christmas is in a festive fix - he's locked the magical Reindeer Flying Food in a chest and forgotten the code! Now it’s up to you and your team to crack the clues hidden around the parkland. Solve puzzles, gather the secret numbers, and race back to the Welcome Team to unlock the chest!
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Various dates from 7 December.
Make a magical memory this festive season with our Breakfast with Father Christmas.
A morning of festive joy with food, craft activities and special gifts given to the children. Enjoy a traditional English breakfast in the Manifold Tea Room and then a delightful Storytime and crafts, with none other than Father Christmas himself! Sit back, relax, and listen, or join in for some fun audience participation.
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22 December
Ilam Park offers the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit with your loved ones, at a special Festive Fun Day.
Come along to enjoy all sorts of experiences. Delicious treats are being served in the Manifold Tearoom, play festive games, try kids' crafts, watch or take part in the Santa Paws dog show, take festive photos or simply enjoy the atmosphere. FREE entry for everyone.
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22 December
Santa Paws is coming to town!
We're celebrating the season with a fun dog show, where pooches of all shapes, sizes, and talents are welcome to step into the ring and have a go at our doggy assault course and parade around for rosettes!
Dressing up is encouraged for you and your furry friend, so put on your best Christmas jumpers and dig out the jingle bells- we may even have a special visit from Father Christmas himself!
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Whether it's a stroll by the River Manifold, a wander through ancient ravine woodlands or a hike over the limestone hills, the White Peak offers some bracing and beautiful winter walks. Discover quiet landscapes and cool, crisp air to leave you feeling inspired and energised. Ilam Park makes an ideal base to start and end your walk; pick up a takeaway hot drink to keep you warm as you explore, and finish up in the cosy Manifold tea-room for a warming lunch or cake.
Grab a cosy spot inside the beautiful, traditional Manifold tea-room and enjoy some specially cooked festive treats! We'll be serving warming seasonal meals, sandwiches and a selection of cake. Gluten and dairy-free options are available.
Find out how to get to Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak, where to park, things to see and do and more.
Explore the great outdoors at Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak. Enjoy a walk, find a spectacular view, or spot fossils in the limestone.
Explore the White Peak with a walk from Ilam Park to the stepping stones at Dovedale.