BEST FAMILY CHRISTMAS TRAILS IN KENT

Christmas in Kent is full of surprises and adventures for families and festive trials are all part of the season’s traditions. Discover a world of wonder this Christmas in Kent! From woodland hunts to garden explorations, there’s a festive trail for every family. Get ready for a family adventure, with our guide to trails in Kent for 2024/2025.
You can also find family Christmas trials that are dog-friendly too 🐶

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Step into the festive spirit with our ultimate  guides to what’s on this festive season with our Christmas In Kent – 12 Guides Of Events. From a guide to Free and Affordable Christmas Events in Kent, and the Best Christmas Markets in Kent 2024 to must-visit Christmas Experiences & Attractions, we’ve got everything you need to plan a magical holiday season. Don’t miss the dazzling Christmas Lights Switch-On events, laugh-out-loud Pantomimes (including cheeky adult versions!), and the Top Santa Grottos for unforgettable family fun. Plus, glide into the season with our picks for the Best Ice Skating in Kent for Christmas, and catch the best festive shows with our Shows & Concerts in Kent round-up. Furry attractions and Santa Paws and dog events are covered too, in addition, don’t miss our Kent Christmas Animal Adventures & Experiences feature, with tips on caring for pets during the festive fun.
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Best Family Christmas Trails In Kent

Christmas Elf Trail
The Guildhall Museum, Rochester
Until  4th January 2025
On this Follow the clues and hunt for the answer to discover what mischief the elves have been up to in the museum.
Price: Trail: Free with admission. Admission- Adult: £5, Child: £1.
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Festive Family Garden Trail
Chartwell, Sevenoaks
Until 5th January 2025
At the National Trust’s Chartwell explore the gardens and hunt for the stamping stations to decorate the trail sheet for one of many family Christmas trails in Kent.
Price: Trail: £3. Admission fees also apply
🐶 Dog Friendly
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‘Tis The Season Christmas Trail
Knole Sevenoaks
Until 5th January 2025
This Christmas family trail in Kent is inspired by poems and drawings from Richard Jones’s lift-the-flap advent calendar book, ’Tis The Season at the National Trust’s property. Find the wooden deer, lift the flaps, and open doors on bird boxes to find snowy drawings of parkland animals, birds, and even the odd Christmas tree. To win a small prize, discover all the 12 favourite Christmas poems as you explore the parkland.
Price: Trail. £3. Admission fees also apply
🐶 Dog Friendly.
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The Yuletide Trail
Sissinghurst Castle Garden, Ashford
Until 5th January 2025
One of many family Christmas trails In Kent, the National Trust’s The Yuletide Trail at Sissinghurst Castle Garden is inspired by the 12 days of Christmas. Families looking for fun can enjoy the Christmas decorations, dress up as Lords and Ladies of the Manor, and practice royal greetings in the Tower. Other festive activities include decorating a yule log and competing to be the Queen of the Bean, and children can be in charge for the day at their Childermas station. Price: Trail: Free. Admission fees apply
🐶 Dog Friendly
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Be sure to check out lots more round-ups for complete experiences in Kent in our blog section all year round.

For more festive events see also our Seasonal category to find what’s on near you for Christmas including workshops and festive family activities.

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See this classic fairytale of true love, magical wishes and a treasure trove of festive fun, that’s simply Genie-us at The Tower Theatre in Folkestone.

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The Wonderful Winter Wildlife Trail
Lullingstone Country Park, Sevenoaks
Until 5th January 2025
Family Christmas trails in Kent include The Wonderful Winter Wildlife Trail at Lullingstone Country Park. For those looking for family trails in Sevenoaks, you can explore the woods and park, following this self-led activity. All completed trails will receive a small prize.
Price: Per Trail: £3. Parking charges apply.
🐶 Dog Friendly
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Winter Animals Trail
Shorne Woods Country, Gravesend
Until 5th January 2025
Another Kent County Park is home to a wonderful festive trail. Discover cool things in the park on this self-led trail and all completed trails will win a small prize
Price: Trail: £3. Parking charges apply.
🐶 Dog Friendly
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The Fabulously Festive Trail
Trosley Country Park, Gravesend
Until 5th January 2024
Family Christmas Trails In Kent includes this fabulous festive one, where if you find all the characters, and answer the questions to reveal the secret word you can head to the cafe to claim your prize. Don’t forget to take a selfie with Elfie at Wood Henge though!
Price: Trail: £3. Parking charges apply.
🐶 Dog Friendly
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