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Christmas trail at Bodiam Castle

Find the Christmas presents hidden around the medieval castle on this festive trail.

  • Booking not needed
  • Admission applies

A naughty elf has left gifts lying around the castle! Can you help Father Christmas and spot them all?

Saturday 29 November – Sunday 4 January (closed 24 & 25 December) 10am–3pm

£2 per trail, includes a small Christmas themed prize.

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for families.

Meeting point

Trail available from visitor reception.

What to bring and wear

Most areas of the castle are open-air, so please dress for the winter weather. Paths in the grounds can be muddy in wet weather.

Accessibility

The route to the castle is over gravelled paths. Some areas of the castle are not accessible by wheelchair. Please see the access information at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiamcastle

Upcoming events

Bodiam Castle tour 

Discover the story of Bodiam Castle and the people who built, lived and worked in it through the ages.

Event summary

on
7 Oct to 31 Oct 2025
at
11:15 to 14:15
+ 14 other dates or times

Spell Quest at Bodiam Castle 

Unlock your magical powers and become the hero of this children’s trail filled with suspense and mystery with a beastly twist.

Event summary

on
11 Oct to 2 Nov 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 22 other dates or times

Halloween Face Painting 

Have your face painted as part of our spooky Halloween at Bodiam Castle.

Event summary

on
11 Oct to 31 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 14:00
+ 6 other dates or times

Halloween best dressed costume competition 

Come dressed up in your Halloween costumes to take magical spooky photos and take part in our best dressed competition held on 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 and 31 October at 1pm.

Event summary

on
11 Oct to 31 Oct 2025
at
13:00 to 13:10
+ 6 other dates or times