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Christmas at Dunham Massey (illuminated trail)

Name: Christmas at Dunham Massey (illuminated trail)
Start: 2026-11-20
End: 2027-01-02
Location: Dunham Massey

20 Nov 2026 – 2 Jan 2027Every evening 20 Nov–2 Jan, 4.30pm–8.30pm timed slots
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Dunham Massey, AltrinchamAbout 10 min drive from Timperley
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£10–25Adults from £19.50; booking essential
Good for most agesOutdoors
On saleBooking essential; weekend slots go first
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Dunham Massey's after-dark illuminated Christmas trail is back for its tenth year, with new light and sound installations alongside returning favourites, and dogs welcome on the trail for the first time. It suits all ages. Booking is essential, and it's entirely outdoors, so warm clothes and sensible footwear are a must.

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 18 Oct 2026. Things change, so check with the venue before you travel. Source: nationaltrust.org.uk. Report a problem

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£10–25Booking needed

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