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Ilam Park: Winter: Festive Fun Day

Join us for a festive day of fun for all the family this December at Ilam Park.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Experience the magic of Christmas amidst the picturesque Ilam Park. Our festive fun day is the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit.

Come along to enjoy: - Delicious treats from the Manifold Tearoom - Breakfast with Father Christmas event (prebook only 9am-10:30) - Get involved with our drop in kids crafts (10:45 - 14:30) - Play festive games - Take part in our Christmas trail: Operation Save the Sleigh! £2.50 per child (10:45 - 14:30) - Watch or compete in our Santa Paws family dog show (13:30) - Browse our second hand bookshop - Meet Father Christmas and tell him what you'd like for Christmas - Take festive photos in our photo frames

Entry is FREE for everyone, parking for National Trust members is also free, parking for non-National Trust members is charged at £6 for 4hrs and £8 for all day. Card payments can be made in our second hand bookshop.

The perfect opportunity to start feeling festive, bring your friends and family and make magical memories with us at Ilam Park.

Times

The basics

Suitability

All families welcome.

Meeting point

Join us in the stableyard.

What to bring and wear

Wrap up warm and dress festively! We'll do our best to keep you warm with fun filled activities and hot drinks available in the Manifold Tearoom however our activities are outside.

Accessibility

The stableyard is accessible however to access the Manifold Tearoom there is a small slope and 5 small steps with railings to get inside.

Contact info

White Peak Estate Office

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