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Christmas at Stourhead

The after-dark illuminated trail returns once again.

  • Booking essential

Created by award-winning, internationally acclaimed light trail producers and firmly positioned within the UK’s seasonal calendar, Christmas at Stourhead has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family, including a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way.

Discover a sea of light stretching out into the distance across the lake, huge feathers floating high into the night sky, sparkling tunnels of light and illuminations that fill the air with all the colours of the rainbow.

Christmas at Stourhead 2024 will run from 29 November to 1 January. The trail is approximately one mile long and it'll take around 90 minutes, walking at a regular pace. The event takes place outdoors and you may need to queue on busy days, so please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear.

Food and drink are available onsite. Food and drink can be found at the beginning and end of the trail, with additional refreshments also available. Separate charges apply for all food and drink.

Car parking is available onsite but must be pre-booked at the time of ticket purchase. Parking is free for National Trust members with a valid membership card. Parking is available at an additional charge for non-National Trust members.

Guide dogs and registered assistance dogs are very welcome at this event. No other dogs can be admitted.

Times

Prices

Event prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Member parking£0.00
Non member parking£8.00
Child from £10£10.00
Adult from £15£15.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 01747 841152

Suitability

Suitable for children.

Meeting point

Please park in the main car park, the trail starts from visitor reception.

What to bring and wear

Christmas at Stourhead takes place outdoors and you may need to queue on busy days. Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear for winter weather.

Accessibility

The illuminated trail is approximately one mile in length. The trail includes gravel pathways with some gradual and steeper slopes. You are welcome to bring your own mobility scooter to the event. Only registered assistance dogs are allowed on the trail.

Contact info

Stourhead Estate Office

Upcoming events

Event

Social Strolls 

Make a connection on social strolls at Stourhead.

Event summary

on
14 Nov to 19 Dec 2024
at
13:00 to 15:00
+ 5 other dates or times
Event

Festive lino printing workshop 

Come and get all festive creating your very own lino cut in this 3 hour workshop with Gemma Lane from Green Fox workshops.

Event summary

on
18 Nov to 20 Nov 2024
at
10:00 to 13:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Forage and cook walk 

Immerse yourself in wild food with this day-long course from Totally Wild UK at Stourhead.

Event summary

on
23 Nov 2024
at
10:00 to 16:00
Event

Christmas Wreath Workshop 

Get into the Christmas spirit with a wreath making workshop at Stourhead.

Event summary

on
30 Nov to 5 Dec 2024
at
10:00 to 12:00
+ 5 other dates or times