Illustration of Santa checking a long list at a desk with an elf while children peek around a door (High Peak Christmas at Ilam Park)
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High Peak Christmas at Ilam Park

Visitors embark on an outdoor adventure through the parkland to discover six themed stations hidden along the paths. Families can search for trail clues, join in seasonal games, and explore the winter woodland landscape together.

Nov 28, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

£2.00 per trail sheet (suggested donation).

Hours

10:00 to 15:00.

Neighborhood

White Peak

Parking

Free for National Trust members; non-members pay £6 for 4 hours or £8 all day. Pay with correct change at the machine or in the tea room.

Accessibility

The trail will be set along an accessible path.

Location

Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak · Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families who enjoy outdoor nature trails

Vibe

Festive and outdoorsy

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Wrap up warm, because the trail is outdoors through the park's woodland and it gets chilly.
  • Bring the correct change for the car park machine, or pay for parking in the tea room if you are not a National Trust member.
  • Phone signal is very limited around Ilam Park, so use the free National Trust Wi-Fi in the stableyard if you need to get online.
  • Head to the Welcome Hut or Bookshop first to pick up your trail sheet before setting off to find the six stations.
  • No booking is needed for the trail, so you can just turn up on any day it runs.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Breakfast with Father Christmas on selected mornings from 28 November to 19 December, booked as a separate event

Links & Contact

Run by National Trust

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the trail for?

All families are welcome. There are woodland paths, trail clues and seasonal games for all ages.

What do you do on the trail?

You follow the trail to find six stations hidden around the park, searching for clues and playing seasonal games along the way.

Where do I get a trail sheet?

Trail sheets are sold for a suggested donation at the Welcome Hut or the Bookshop. Staff at the Welcome Hut can tell you more.

Is the trail accessible?

Yes, the trail is set along the park's accessible path.

How does parking work?

The car park is free for National Trust members. Non-members pay at the machine with the correct change or in the tea room.

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