Christmas Trail: The Servants' Wishlist
Help Mary Elizabeth, the mistress of Charlecote, find gifts for her servants by playing games around the Service Courtyard.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Mary Elizabeth Lucy, the mistress of Charlecote Park, forgot to buy Christmas presents for her staff. What could she offer the laundry maid, the gamekeeper or the cook? Follow the trail around the Service Courtyard, play games, charades, and solve anagrams to help Mary Elizabeth find what presents to gift her servants.
(Charlecote Park is closed on 24 and 25 December 2026.)
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- 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.
- Meeting point
Collect your Christmas booklet at the Visitor Welcome Centre when you arrive.
- Suitability for children
The trail is suitable for children.
- What to bring and wear
Dress warmly for the winter weather. Good footwear is recommended when walking around the parkland and buildings.
- Other
Most trail stops are located indoors and are therefore not on the dog walking route.
Upcoming events
Christmas lunches at Charlecote
Bring the whole family together this festive season for a delicious two- or three-course Christmas lunch with all the trimmings available on weekdays from 16 November to 18 December from 12 to 2pm.