Haven House Christmas Trail 2026
Families follow a path through wintery woodland grounds to discover festive sights, small games, and holiday activities. Children can get creative at a craft station making Christmas-themed arts and crafts to take home, along with a gift bag. Guests can also enjoy themed photo opportunities, an accessible playground, and festive refreshments available to purchase.
What to Expect
Woodland Christmas trail featuring seasonal crafts and advent calendar gift bags.
Event Details
Ages
Designed for children aged 1-10 years, but all ages are welcome.
Neighborhood
Woodford Green
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Haven House Children's Hospice
Food & Drink
Sweet treats and refreshments are available to purchase.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children aged 1 to 10
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
£
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: £10 per child; free for adults and children under 1. Tickets include entry to the Christmas Trail, Christmas-themed crafts, a Christmas gift bag including an Advent Calendar, and a donation to support Haven House Children's Hospice. – Get tickets
- Hours: 10am - 3pm.
- Parking: No parking is available at Haven House or Woodford Rugby Club. The page suggests walking or public transport, and says local car parks such as Sir James Hawkey Hall offer parking; additional free parking is available on nearby residential streets, with a request to be respectful of neighbours.
- Accessibility: The trail is wheelchair and pram friendly, and the grounds feature an accessible playground.
- Pets: Dogs are not allowed, apart from assistance dogs.
Tips & Advice
- Book a half-hour slot to help manage numbers on the woodland trail, then arrive before or stay after to enjoy the activities.
- Walk or use public transport where possible, as parking is unavailable at both Haven House and Woodford Rugby Club.
- If driving, consider Sir James Hawkey Hall or nearby residential streets; residential parking is free, and visitors are asked to respect neighbours.
- If visiting with a pram or wheelchair, the trail is described as friendly; contact the Events Team about specific access concerns.
- Supervise children throughout the visit, and leave pets at home because only assistance dogs are allowed at the event.
Special Events & Promotions
- Entry is free for adults and children under 1.
- Visitors have a chance to win in the raffle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Christmas Trail designed for?
It is designed for children aged 1–10, though all ages are welcome. Children must be supervised at all times.
What activities are included?
Follow a woodland trail with festive sights, small games and activities, then make Christmas-themed crafts. Tickets also include a gift bag with an Advent Calendar.
Do I need to book a slot, and can I stay beyond it?
Book a half-hour slot for the woodland trail. You may arrive before your slot and stay afterward to enjoy the activities.
What food and drink can I get there?
Sweet treats and refreshments are available to purchase.
Is the trail accessible, and can I bring a dog?
The trail is wheelchair- and pram-friendly, and there is an accessible playground. Dogs are not allowed, except assistance dogs.
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