We love a light trail and this year there are so many to choose from in the North West and surrounding areas. Over the years we have done a few but they have become so popular that this year we already have three booked in and hopefully will book a few more over the next few weeks. As you can imagine tickets sell fast for these events so take a look below for some inspiration on which trail to choose and don't hang about, grab your tickets before it's too late.
Christmas At Dunham Massey
Dunham Massey, Altrincham WA14 4SJ
When?
Selected dates from Friday 17th November to 31st December 2023 - 4:30 to 8:15pm (time slots may vary by date)
What To Expect
'A new after-dark illuminated trail through festive gardens. Firmly positioned as a must-see trail within the UK’s Christmas calendar, the gardens at the National Trust’s Dunham Massey shimmer with over a million twinkling lights as seasonal sounds fill the air with festive fun.'
'Look forward to some time together with friends and family as you discover sparkling tunnels of light and dancing lakeside reflections, then walk under giant baubles and beneath glistening trees drenched in jewel-like colour. For a moment of reflection pause at mesmerising flickering flames in the fire garden, gaze at the larger-than-life illuminations and, to make a moment to remember, don’t forget to glimpse Father Christmas along the way.'
Luminate at Walton Hall Gardens
Walton Lea Road, Higher Walton, Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 6SN
When?
Thursday 30th November to Saturday 24th December 2023 - 4.30pm to 8pm (time slots may vary by date)
What To Expect
'Presenting the light fantastic, you can expect spectacular, illuminated trails full of wonder and intrigue. So, as darkness descends, join Luminate as they weave a captivating light trail through our stunning grounds. Complete with incredible lighting elements, fabulous light play and ambient music – this experience will enthral your senses.'
Book your tickets to Luminate at Walton Hall Gardens online
Yuletide - A Glittering Winter Garden Adventure
Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 6QN (Sat Nav WA16 6SG)
When?
Selected dates from Friday 24th November to Friday 23rd December 2023. Times start at 3pm to 7:30pm (time slots may vary by date)
What To Expect
A blend of festive light trail and wondrous winter festival, create a new winter family tradition on this glittering winter adventure!
As we approach the longest night, we invite you to step into an incredible, wild, glittering world at Tatton Park Gardens this Christmas. Fall into a world of folklore, festive tradition and ridiculous rituals as the characters and creatures from winter myths and stories come to life.
Expect an incredible illuminated trail, where winter witch goddesses have captured the moon and sun and shapeshifting snow hares play tricks on us all. Visit the heart of Yuletide, keeping warm as you dance to wild folk bands, crown your family’s ‘Lord of Misrule’ and gather round the fire for wondrous tales.
Magical Woodland At Christmas
Cheshire Outdoors, Blakemere Village, Sandiway, Cheshire, CW8 2EB
When?
Selected dates from Friday 23th November to Sunday 24th December 2023 - 4pm to 8pm (time slots may vary by date)
What To Expect
'Get into the Christmas spirit this year and experience never-seen-before light features, in the 15-acre enchanted Cheshire Woodland. Fully immerse yourself into a world of pure festive magic; with special guests Mr & Mrs Claus making an appearance this year! Bringing back some favourites: dazzling cathedral canopies of fairy lights, interactive light features, tunnels of Boreralis-style lasers, floating umbrellas, and clouds of flying lanterns.'
Enchanted Winter Walk
Styal, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 4HP
When?
Selected dates between Thursday 30 November – Saturday 23 December 2023.
What To Expect
With festive lighting and illuminated walkways, wander through the Upper Garden on our Enchanted Winter Walk. Keep an eye out for Mrs Claus preparing the sleigh for Christmas Eve, and little ones, don’t forget to pick up your reindeer food ready for the big day. Tickets include entry and hot drink for adults. And for children tickets include entry, reindeer food and child size hot drink.
Book your tickets to Enchanted Winter Walk online (on sale 30th Sept 23)
BeWILDerwood Presents Christmas
Bickley Moss, Whitchurch, Cheshire, SY13 4JF
When?
Selected dates from Saturday 2nd December to Saturday 23rd December 2023 - 4pm - 6:00pm (time slots may vary by date)
What To Expect
'Explore brand new areas of BeWILDerwood as you follow The Sparkly Light Trail through the woods. Discover silly snowmen, curious Christmas crackers, a giant Christmas pudding and lots, lots more as you venture through the festivities.
Also enjoy A BeWILDermas Pantomime. Join them for a ten-minute mini pantomime where you will learn what Santa Claus is doing visiting the WILD woods! Will the curious characters of BeWILDerwood be able to save Christmas before it’s too late?! And just why does that reindeer have bunny ears?! Full of family fun and festive cheer, enjoy our unique spin on a traditional pantomime.'
Book your tickets to BeWILDerwood Presents Christmas online
Christmas At Bolesworth
Bolesworth Castle, Bolesworth Road, Tattenhall, Chester, CH3 9JJ
When?
Selected dates from Friday 24th November to Sunday December 31st 2023 - 3pm -7:30pm (time slots may vary by date)
What To Expect
'Bolesworth transforms into a winter wonderland, bathed in seasonal colour and illuminated by thousands of stunning lights, projections and interactive installations around the brand new 1.2 mile Christmas Lights Trail walk. With Bolesworth Castle bathed in colour as a unique Son et Lumiere as your dazzling backdrop, you’ll see everything from stunning light pyramids and orbs on the ground, lasers, glittering mirror balls and the spectacular dancing fountains on the ornamental lake.'
Christmas at Heaton Park
Heaton Park, Middleton Road, Manchester M25 2SW
When?
From Friday 1st December - Sunday 31st December 2023. Open from 4.45pm with last entry 8.00pm and closes at 10pm. Christmas at Heaton Park will be closed on the 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th and 25th Dec.
What To Expect
Christmas at Heaton Park has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family. There are breath-taking seasonal lights as never seen before. Discover colour-changing orbs of light stretching out into the distance, larger-than-life flowers and neon strings that reach high into the sky. Wander through a laser garden filled with thousands of tiny beams of light and into a giant twinkling tunnel that surrounds you with sparkle.
The Twilight Trail
Boardman Gate Entrance, Baring St, Manchester M1 2PY
When?
From 17th November through December 2023. Dates to be confirmed.
What To Expect
An enchanting Light Show is coming to Manchester's Mayfield Park this Winter. More details about the light show will be announced soon
Land Of The Lights
Gulliver's World, Warrington WA5 9YZ
When?
From Saturday 11th November to Sunday 7th January 2023. Times vary depending on day. Check website for availability.
What To Expect
See Gulliver's World Resort in a whole new light! Land of Lights Warrington will be lighting up the Cheshire sky with gigantic lanterns, mesmerising light installations and festival vibes. Inspired by animal kingdoms, mega monuments, and seasonal celebrations. Each dreamworld is bursting with colour, energy, and illumination. The jurassic zone even features roarsome, 'living' dinosaurs.
Christmas at Delamere Forest
Linmere, Delamere, Northwich. Sat Nav Postcode: CW8 2HZ.
When?
No dates have been confirmed yet for 2023 - will keep updated
What To Expect
'An enchanting after-dark illuminated trail through a festive forest – with new installations. With over a million lights and seasonal sounds, Christmas at Delamere Forest will bring bundles of festive cheer to the forest.'
'Look forward to a magical time together with your loved ones as you discover glittering tunnels of light, trees drenched in jewel-like colour and wander beneath larger-than-life illuminations.'
Book your tickets to Christmas at Delamere Forest Online
The Lanterns At Chester Zoo
Moston Rd, Upton, Chester CH2 1EU
When?
Selected dates from Friday 17th November to Sunday 31st December 2023 - 4:15pm -8pm (time slots may vary by date)
What To Expect
'Set off from the zoo and travel to distant lands, each one different to the last. Discover the tales from around the world that await you at The Lanterns 2022. Delve into a Norwegian fairy-tale land as you encounter a multi-coloured, glowing castle towering high in the heart of the zoo and watched over by a huge white bear. Then meet the glowing wolves surrounded by the sun, moon and stars, and a giant snow leopard guarding a snowy mountain at the end of a light tunnel. Father Christmas will be here, who along with his reindeer will be spreading some Christmas cheer!'
Enchanted At Knowsley Safari Park
Prescot, L34 4AN
When?
Selected dates from Saturday 18th November to Saturday 30th December 2023 - 4:30pm -7:15pm (time slots may vary by date)
What To Expect
'Enchanted, the magical Christmas lights experience, returns this winter as Knowsley Safari is once again transformed into an illuminated wonderland! As the sun sets each evening, join in on a spectacular night-time adventure as the foot safari comes alive with an enchanting animal trail and forest lights, not forgetting toasted marshmallows to complete your festive fun. Enjoy a full range of festive food, tasty treats and for the thrill-seekers out there, our rides will be open too.'
RHS Glow At Bridgewater
Occupation Road, Off Leigh Road, Worsley, Salford, Greater Manchester, M28 2LJ
When?
Selected dates from Wednesday 15th November to Saturday 30th December 2023 - 4:30pm - 9pm (time slots may vary by date)
What To Expect
'Glow returns to RHS Garden Bridgewater with a new trail full of festive colour and sparkle. Weave your way through yew domes festooned with fairy lights, explore a magical family discovery trail inspired by local folklore and take a selfie with giant, colour-changing stars. Walk through the garden admiring magnificent trees and shrubs bathed in a spectrum of light. Enjoy colourful projections and hundreds of lights twinkling across the garden walls and Orchard lawn, before arriving at Moon Bridge Water to experience a dramatic fountain display, full of colour and music.'
Lightopia Festival Manchester
Middleton Rd, Manchester M25 2SW
When?
No dates have been confirmed yet for 2023 - will keep updated
What To Expect
'Embark on a vibrant journey through the Lightopia Christmas Story. Focusing on hope, new beginnings and rebirth the NEW light trail will take you on an illuminated adventure through Manchester's Heaton Park. With dazzling illuminations, mesmerising installations, an immersive water show and the presence of the world famous Phoenix, this year's Lightopia is set to be one you and your family will never forget!'
Book your tickets to Lightopia Festival Manchester online
Christmas at Trentham
The Trentham Estate, Stone Road, Trentham, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 8JG
When?
Unfortunately Christmas at Trentham will not take place in 2023
What To Expect
The Christmas at Trentham illuminated trail is designed to sprinkle a little Christmas magic, accentuate the flora and fauna and see the stunning historic landscape in a world of light and colour.'
Book your tickets to Christmas at Trentham online
Harry Potter : A Forbidden Forest Experience
Arley Hall & Gardens, Arley, Northwich, CW9 6NA
When?
No dates have been confirmed yet for 2023 - will keep updated
What To Expect
'A nighttime woodland trail experience filled with magical creatures and wizarding wonders from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films. Explore after dark the sounds, lights, and special effects that bring the magic of the Wizarding World to life. Guests will also be able to enjoy a wide range of delicious food and drinks at the village! Set in a beautiful woodland, this nighttime trail experience has been created by award-winning theatrical designers and experiential creators.'
Book your tickets to Harry Potter : A Forbidden Forest Experience online
We love visiting the different venues and experiencing the light trails. It's such a magical experience that I know we will never get tired of. Do you have any different trails I can add or if you have visited any of the above do let us know what you thought.
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