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Christmas Trail: The Butler's List

Help John Foster, the butler of Charlecote, find all the servants and ensure they have completed all their tasks before the winter ball.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

John Foster, Charlecote Park's butler, still has much to do on this list, and he needs to check all the servants have completed their tasks. Follow the trail around the Service Courtyard, play games, charades, and solve riddles to help the butler get the winter ball ready.

(Charlecote Park is completely closed 25 December 2024.)

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

The trail is suitable for children.

Meeting point

Collect your Christmas booklet at the Visitor Welcome Centre when you arrive.

What to bring and wear

Dress warmly for the winter weather. Good footwear is recommended when walking around the parkland and buildings.

Accessibility

The are grassy paths and uneven, historic floors to navigate. Wheelchairs and mobility vehicles are available on request or can be booked in advance. Please email charlecote.park@nationaltrust.org.uk or phone 01789 470277 to book these. Ramps, hearing loops, a large print guide, and large handled mugs and cutlery, are also available on request.

Other

Most trail stops are located indoors and are therefore not on the dog walking route.

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on
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at
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on
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at
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