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A Community Christmas in Comer Woods
- Published:
- 30 September 2026
Spend time together wandering in the woodland this Christmas time. Follow the tree trail through the woods and on 19 and 20 December, come along to a magical weekend of family fun, festive crafts, live music, a pop-up bookshop and community celebration.
Community Christmas Tree Trail
5 December - 3 January, 10.00am - 3pm (except Christmas Day)
Christmas in Comer Woods is back. Explore the woodland on the self guided Christmas tree trail. All the decorations have been handmade and hung by local schools and community groups.
Wishing tree
Are you hoping for a relaxing celebration with family or a special gift from Father Christmas? Why not hang your Christmas hopes on the wishing tree in Heath Barn. Then challenge your family to Christmas themed family games, all free of charge.
Christmas in Comer Woods Weekend
Get into the Christmas spirit at our Christmas in Comer Woods Weekend, taking place at Comer Woods on 19 and 20 December. Bring family and friends for a festive weekend packed with activities, creative crafts, live music, a pop-up bookshop and a wonderful community celebration.
Sunday has a special dog-friendly focus, with plenty for four-legged visitors and their humans to enjoy. Take part in the Trust10 Santa Run, meet a local dog charity and join in the festive fun of Santa Paws. Whether you’re looking for family activities, Christmas cheer or a fun day out with your dog, Comer Woods is the place to be this December.
The Trust 10 Christmas Jumper Run
Sunday 20 December, 9am
Join in with a festive 10k trail run, wear your Christmas jumper or other seasonal outfit! Enjoy a challenging run with stunning views of the surrounding Christmassy woodland. As usual, the route is made up of two loops so you've got the option of completing 4km or the full 10km course. Registration is from 8.30am at The Café by Heath Barns. The Trust 10 run will begin at 9am.
Wellbeing Walk to admire the Christmas Trees
Our regular Wellbeing Walk becomes a Christmas Tree walk in December. Guided walks will take place on 8, 13 and 22 December at 10am. Free to join, just book a place so we know how many walkers to expect. Book here: Wellbeing Walks in Comer Woods | National Trust
What do I need to know before I visit?
There is no need to book, just arrive between 10am and 3pm. All activities are free of charge. Christmas is all about togetherness, so we'd love you to drop in again and again throughout December.
The Cafe, toilets and barn are a short walk (approx 3 minutes) from the car park.
Parking in Comer Woods is free for National Trust members or £6 all day for non members. Please scan your membership card in the parking machine to receive your free ticket. Thanks for your support.
Tramper hire is available on a first come, first served basis. There are two available. To book the tramper, please email dudmaston@nationaltrust.org.uk at least 24 hours before your visit.
The car park and visitor facilities at Dudmaston Hall will be closed during this event. For more information on getting to Comer Woods, parking and facilities, please use the link below.
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Christmas
Whether you want to make your own Christmas wreath, visit Father Christmas or enjoy winter illuminations at a historic location, we've plenty of festive events and things to do at the places in our care. Plan ahead for a festive day out this year.
