Christmas Trails in Kent 2025

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Trails and quests for all ages and interests this Winter in Kent. Wander through wonderlands, fairy forests and festive lights for truly magical family fun this Christmas.

Festive Fairy Trail
Salomons Estate, Tunbridge Wells

Find the hidden fairy doors as you explore the twinkling terrace and Winter gardens, and search for hidden fairy doors for a special word! Head to the bistro where Santa’s helpers will be waiting with a special prize.
Price: Free
Dates: December 2025
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Christmas In Neverland
Margate Caves

 Join Peter Pan, Tinkerbell and the Darling children and fly to Neverland for a magical adventure.​ Pick up your passport to start the festive trail past the Lost Boys’ Hideout and Wendy’s House, braving Captain Hook and the Crocodile in Pirates’ Cove, marvelling at the Mermaid Lagoon, meeting Nana as she tidies the Nursery and offering a magic coin to Peter Pan’s wishing well. The Chief Elf will call your name when it’s your turn to meet Father Christmas. That’s not the end of the fun, still plenty more to enjoy.
Dates:
29th November to 23rd December 2025
Price: Child – under 15 years: £15.95/Up to two adults per child: Free/Additional adult: £5
Group sizes are limited to 6 people, including children. A booking fee will apply.
Good To Know: Includes Santa visit and other activities

Christmas Trail
Betteshanger Country Park, Deal

Families can walk through the park’s festive trail and let the magic of the season guide them through Betteshanger’s beautiful landscapes. With photo opportunities, and a Christmas treat too!
Dates: 6th to 24th December 2025
Price: Child: £12 – includes 2 adults/Child – under 2 years: Free/Additional Adult: £4
Good to Know: Parking charges apply.
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Festive Family Trail
Chartwell, Westerham, Sevenoaks

On the Jock Saves Christmas Trail, families can complete fun activities at each stop, from decorating trees to preparing Christmas dinner and help bring festive cheer back to Chartwell. On the route, spot the animals and collect stamps on the trail sheet.​
Dates: 20th November 2025 to 4th January 2026
Price: £3.50 – with admission
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Garden Trail & Santa Writing
Scotney Castle, Tunbridge Wells

As part of their Christmas event, take part in the new festive trail, spotting cheeky elves dressed as storybook characters. Little ones can also write their Christmas wishes at the Santa letter-writing station in the gift shop.
Price: Included with admission
Dates: 22nd November 2025 to 4th January 2026
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Christmas In The Land Of Oz
Hever Castle, Edenbridge, Sevenoaks

There is a Christmas trail as part of this magical experience. Start in Kansas at Dorothy’s house, stroll through Munchkinland, and walk the yellow brick road with poppies blooming on either side, spot the Flying Monkeys in the Christmas tree forest, and arrive at the dazzling Emerald City, brought to life by a dramatic green illumination on the historic Castle from dusk. Along the Wizard of Oz-inspired trail, you will meet familiar characters, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion.
Price: Daytime adn Twilight tickets
Dates: 21st November 2025 to 2nd January 2026, 11.30am to 8pm except 24th and 31st December, 10.30am to4pm, and from 1st to 2nd January, 10.30am to 6pm
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A Glimpse of Christmas Past
Fort Amherst, Chatham

A tour rather than a trail, but we think it will be a firm fave for the festive season.  This is a new interactive tour where you will experience Christmas through the ages. Starting during World War 2, travel through Victorian and Napoleonic, finally ending with the tradition of Wassailing. Afterwards, included in your ticket, visit the café for a mulled wine and mince pie, or hot chocolate for children.
Price :Adult: £20/ Child: £15/ Family – 2 adults + 2 children: £60. Booking fees apply.
Dates: 29th November to 24th December 2025
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