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Parks & outdoors
Christmas at Dunham Massey light trail
With Father Christmas along the way
- 20 Nov 2026 – 2 Jan 2027Nightly 20 Nov to 2 Jan, timed entry 4.30pm–8.30pm; 10th year of the trailAdd to calendar
- Dunham Massey, AltrinchamAbout 15 min drive from TimperleyDirections
- £13 a child, adults £19.50£65 for a family of four · includes a showFrom nationaltrust.org.uk, checked Sun 25 Oct
- Good for most agesOutdoors
- On saleTimed entry; book ahead. Father Christmas is a glimpse on the trail, not a grotto
A mile-long after-dark light and sound trail round the house and gardens, with new installations for its tenth year, projections on the hall and a festive fairground (extra charge). Father Christmas makes an appearance along the route. Dogs are allowed on the trail this year, with some assistance-dog-only accessible nights.
SEN-friendly
At Dunham Massey: Free or discounted carer ticket. More about access here
Sessions can change or sell out, so check with the venue before you book. More SEN-friendly days out
Good to know about Dunham Massey
- Parking
- On-site car park; parking is included in the admission ticket, and National Trust members park free with their card.
- Buggies
- Most park and garden paths are flat and buggy-friendly, including the pushchair-friendly Mini Park Loop.
- Food
- Stamford Café in the Visitor Centre and the Stables Restaurant; picnic in the garden or at North Park tables.
- Toilets
- Baby changing at the Visitor Centre and Stables, plus a Changing Places-style Space to Change with hoist.
From nationaltrust.org.uk, checked Mon 19 Oct 2026. Check before you travel.
Last checked Sun 25 Oct 2026. Things change, so check with the organiser before you travel. Source: nationaltrust.org.uk. Report a problem
