# Christmas at Stourhead 2026

> Christmas at Stourhead 2026 runs 27 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. Times, booking and what to know, from the official page.

Source: https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/christmas-light-trails/christmas-at-stourhead/

CHRISTMAS LIGHT TRAILS

27 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027, Stourhead house and gardens, near Mere.

An after-dark illuminated trail through the gardens with a Sea of Light, a Fire Garden and the Winter Cathedral, plus a glimpse of Father Christmas. Only guide and assistance dogs are allowed on the trail.

| Dates | 27 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027 |
| --- | --- |
| Where | Stourhead house and gardens, near Mere BA12 6QD [Open in Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.105,-2.3212) |
| Length | About one mile, around 90 minutes |
| Dogs | No dogs, except assistance dogs |
| Food and Drink | Seasonal treats, mulled wine and hot chocolate from stalls, with meat-free and non-gluten options. |
| Organiser | National Trust (Stourhead). [Official page](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/stourhead/christmas-lights-at-stourhead) |
| Hotels | [Hotels near Mere](https://www.stay22.com/allez/roam?aid=bobbleventures&lat=51.105&lng=-2.3212&address=Mere%2C%20UK&checkin=2026-11-28&checkout=2026-11-29&currency=GBP&campaign=bcm_trails_christmas_at_stourhead_top) [affiliate](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/affiliate-disclosure/) |

Checked against [National Trust](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wiltshire/stourhead/christmas-lights-at-stourhead), 21 October 2026. Times and prices can change: check the official page before you set off. Spotted something out of date? [Tell us](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/contact/).

## Where Is Christmas at Stourhead?

**Making a night of it?** [See hotels near Mere](https://www.stay22.com/allez/roam?aid=bobbleventures&lat=51.105&lng=-2.3212&address=Mere%2C%20UK&checkin=2026-11-28&checkout=2026-11-29&currency=GBP&campaign=bcm_trails_christmas_at_stourhead_link), priced for a night it is on. [affiliate link](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/affiliate-disclosure/)

## Christmas Markets Nearby

Make a day of it: the closest Christmas markets with confirmed 2026 dates.

[Frome Christmas Gift Market  Frome, Somerset  5 Dec 2026  9 miles away](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/frome/) [Sherborne Festive Shopping Day  Sherborne, Dorset  6 Dec 2026  14 miles away](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/sherborne/) [Trowbridge Christmas Market  Trowbridge, Wiltshire  27 Nov 2026  16 miles away](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/trowbridge/) [The Bishop's Palace Christmas Artisan Market  Wells, Somerset  14 to 15 Nov 2026  16 miles away](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/wells-bishops-palace/)

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