Christmas Family Trails in Yorkshire 2025
Otley Snowman Trail
1st to 18th December 2024
An annual Christmas event in Otley’s calendar. Pick up a free booklet and have fun searching for the many snow people appearing in shops around Otley.
Elmers Christmas Art Trail in Doncaster
13th November 2024 to late January 2025
Get ready to slide into a new, exciting adventure with your loved ones as the Elmer Sculpture Trail comes to Doncaster.
If you're looking for a free, easy way to spend quality time with your family whilst exploring the city centre, look no further! The Elmer Art Trail promises a fantastic experience for everyone, from the youngest explorers to the young at heart.
Beverley Reindeer Rampage
2nd November to 31st December 2024
The Cairngorm reindeers have made their annual trip to Beverley to spread festive cheer across the town. They have been spotted creating mischief in shop windows across the town centre whilst preparing for the festivities. Can you help guide them back and reunite Father Christmas with his herd?
York Nutcracker Trail
14th November 2024 to 6th January 2025
Celebrate the winter season with the memorable York Nutcracker Trail. York BID has partnered with local artist Marc Godfrey-Murphy to bring you 10 bespoke nutcracker statues, dotted around the city.
Winter Woodland at Sewerby Hall
6th to 22nd December 2024
The hugely popular Sewerby Winter Woodland is returning! An all-new spectacular display of lights, sounds and special effects will bring the grounds to life for a great evening out this festive season.
Elf and Grinch Trail in Holmfirth
2024 Dates TBC
Merrily wander around our local shops and businesses in Holmfirth and Honley and spot the mischievous elves and Grinches in the shop windows. When you have spotted one, fill in your sheet with the elf’s number and the shop name. £2 per sheet,
12 days of Christmas Trail at Bolton Abbey
30th November 2024 to 6th January 2025
‘12 Days of Christmas’ was always a favourite Christmas trail at Bolton Abbey and this year it is returning with a festive bang!
As you enjoy a walk through Strid Wood, clues connected to the popular ‘12 Days of Christmas’ carol will help you to solve the festive mystery on the trail sheet.
Glow at RHS Harlow Carr
21st November to 28th December 2024
Enjoy a magical adventure at RHS Garden Harlow Carr, discovering spectacular light displays along your way. See iconic features such as Streamside, the Queen Mother’s Lake, Winter Walk, Doric Columns and Kitchen Garden glow with dazzling colours.
Saltaire Living Advent Calendar
1st December 2024 to 1st January 2025
56 windows will open in the run up to Christmas, with businesses and community buildings illuminated from 1st December, then at least one new window being ‘opened’ each evening until 24th December. Windows are illuminated from 4pm – 10.30pm each evening, and all remain lit until the 1st of January.
The Snowman Trail at North York Moors Visitor Centres
16th November 2024 to 12th January 2025
Pick up a festive booklet from Danby Lodge or Sutton Bank National Park Centre and follow the festive clues around the grounds to complete the trail. Why not head inside afterwards for a hot chocolate treat to warm you up!
Selby Winter Windowland Snowman Hunt
1st to 15th December 2024
Follow the clues and the map to find the snowmen hidden around town for a chance to win some AMAZING prizes!!
Collect your maps from the Town hall from December 1st and submit your answers by Sunday 15th December.