This winter selected National Trust properties throughout Cumbria will be inviting families to step into the wonderful world of Percy the Park Keeper.
In association with the best-selling author and illustrator Nick Butterworth the Percy the Park Keeper winter wander will introduce children and their families to the busy park keeper and his animal friends.
Families will be invited to join Percy’s team on this self-led trail at Sizergh, Allan Bank, Aira Force and Sticklebarn.
After reading Percy’s handwritten note and donning his famous hat families will follow clues, find Percy’s missing equipment and enjoy activities and games as they complete the trail.
Highlights of the winter wander include helping to keep things tidy for when the springtime shoots appear and exploring to find out which animals call this part of the Lake District their home.
At the end of the trail families can celebrate with a photo-op with Percy and they’ll get a special prize too.
Running from 4 December- January 30 on selected dates. Please check property websites for details.
Sizergh Trail information
- 4 December 2021- 2 Jan 2022. Daily (excluding Christmas day)
- Price: £2 per trail plus normal admission applies
Allan Bank Trail information
- 4-5, 10-12, 17-19, 27-31 December 2021
- Price: £2 per trail plus normal admission applies
Aira Force information
- 4-5, 11-12, 18-19 December 2021, 1-2 January 2022
- Price: £2 per trail. Car parking free for National Trust members. Car parking charges apply for non-members
- Sticklebarn information
- 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 29-30 January 2022
- Price: £2 per trail. Car parking free for National Trust members. Car parking charges apply for non-members
For more information visit the NT website:
nationaltrust.org.uk/lists/christmas-in-the-lakes
Image: Percy the Park Keeper illustration © Nick Butterworth 2021
