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Christmas at Ilam Park

Published:
20 October 2025
A mum and dad outside with their young girl who is holding up a leaf and wearing a Christmas dress
Come together at Ilam Park this winter. | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

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, you can create special time with loved ones this festive season.

Festive events and activities

Breakfast with Father Christmas

28, 29 November, 5,6,12,13, 19, 20 December

Make a magical memory this festive season and enjoy Breakfast with Father Christmas in the Manifold Tea Room at Ilam Park.

Enjoy a delicious full English breakfast with all your family and get into the Christmas spirit ready for a very special visit from Santa himself as he brings presents for the children.

Find out more and book here

Christmas Trail

28 November – 3 January

Step into the magic of Christmas and embark on a festive adventure through the beautiful landscape of Ilam Park. Follow the trail as you discover different stations, hidden around the park! As you wander through nature together, soak up the sights, sounds and atmosphere of the season with some fun activities to do along the way.

Find out more here

Father Christmas giving a present to a young girl
Father Christmas sharing gifts | © National Trust Images/Rob Stothard

Winter Walks

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.

Eating and drinking at Ilam Park this Christmas

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.

The back of Santa in his red suit with his arms in the air and open wide as he looks at the view of hills and a church in the distance
Santa enjoying the view at Ilam Park | © National Trust
Three walkers with Thorpe Cloud in the distance at Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak.

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Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 1.5 (km: 2.4)
Dovedale, Derbyshire, Midlands

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