The Nutcracker at Winkworth Arboretum: Saturday 29 November to Sunday 4 January

Planning your visit

• When can I visit?

  The Nutcracker at Winkworth Arboretum runs from Saturday 29 November to Sunday 4 January, 10am-4pm except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day when the property is closed.

• When is the best time to visit?

  Our peak visiting times are at weekends and during the school holidays. If you are able, we would recommend visiting mid-week when it is much quieter.

• Arrival and parking

  Pre-booking is not required and parking is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

  Please note that the lower car park and overflow are on rough terrain and can get muddy at times.

  During busy periods, stewards will be on hand to get you parked as soon as possible. Please inform them if you require accessible parking.

  Our peak visiting times are at weekends between 10am and 1pm where queues and long waits may be likely. Please consider the following:

  • Visit mid-week if you can or in the afternoon when it is a little quieter.
  • There is plenty of parking in Godalming town centre where you can catch a bus to Winkworth.
  • To help
  • relieve pressure on our car park please consider car sharing.

  Please respect our neighbours by not marking where you shouldn't.

• When is the carousel operating?

  The carousel will operate from 10.30 to 3.30 Friday to Sunday from Sat 29 Nov until Sun 14 Dec and every day between Thur 18 Dec and Sun 4 Jan (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day).

  Carousel rides are charged at £3.50.

  Please be aware the carousel will not operate in adverse weather conditions.

• Is the route accessible?

  The trail and all the children's activities will be located in the upper part of the aboretum which is accessble for wheelchair users and those with prams. Please note, the accessible route has a camber in places and isn’t smoothly paved. It’s hard surfaced with hoggin, a mixture of sand, clay and stone which can become wet and slippery when the weather is bad. It’s best to wear sturdy shoes or wellies.

  The lower part of the arboretum is accessed via various stepped pathways.

• Do I have to pay extra for anything? 

  The trail is included in our entry fee. There’s an additional charge of £3.50 for a ride on the carousel. Parking is free for everyone - both members and non-members.

• Can I bring my dog?

  Yes, absolutely! We simply ask that you keep them on their lead whilst in the arboretum. You can find out more information about bringing your dog here.