The Great Christmas Gnome Adventure at Winkworth Arboretum
Winkworth Arboretum, Godalming · 14 November to 3 January 2027
Photo of Godalming: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0Photo of Godalming: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0
Ten giant gnome characters inspired by Scandinavian folklore are hidden around the Upper Arboretum. Families pick up a booklet, complete challenges and collect an embossing at each gnome.
Highlights
- Ten giant gnomes, each with its own hat
- Trail booklet with embossing stamps
- Pram-friendly route in the Upper Arboretum
- New café and shop at the Visitor Welcome Centre
Good to know
- Collect the trail booklet from the welcome desk
- The Lower Arboretum has steep steps and muddy paths
- Second-hand bookshop in the old tea-room
Getting there
Winkworth Arboretum, Hascombe Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 4AD
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Nearby
Photo: Alan Hunt, CC BY-SA 2.0Winkworth Arboretum
A hillside arboretum of more than 1,000 trees and shrubs planted by Dr Wilfrid Fox, running down to a lake and boathouse, and famous for its autumn colour. A visitor centre with a café and shop sits at the top.
Photo of Godalming: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0Godalming Christmas Lights Switch-On
Godalming Town Council switches on the town's Christmas lights at the Pepperpot, the old market house in the centre of town. It is a short, free community gathering on a Sunday evening.
Photo of Godalming: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0Godalming Christmas Festival Market
Godalming Town Council lines the High Street, Church Street and Crown Court with festive stalls selling crafts, decorations, food, drink and unusual gifts. It is held on a separate day from the lights switch-on.