Warwickshire &amp; West Midlands

<p>Lights at Coombe good if a little overpriced..my only criticism  is not Christmasy enough and I personally think maybe for children 4 and over .</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-warwick-castle-warks-22-nov-4-jan-2026"><a href="https://www.warwick-castle.com/explore-1/events/christmas-at-the-castle/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Warwick Castle</a>, Warks, 22 Nov-4 Jan 2026</h2>



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<p>Christmas at the Castle&nbsp;is returning with a stunning brand-new light trail which takes 45 minutes to walk around. You can expect half a million twinkling lights illuminating 64 acres of historic grounds with breath-taking projections on the castle walls. There’s also an outdoor ice skating rink, Stories with Santa and festive food stalls to grab snacks and a mulled wine. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-luminate-winter-light-trail-coombe-abbey-near-coventry-29-nov-31-dec">Luminate Winter Light Trail, <a href="https://luminate.live/coombe-abbey" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Coombe Abbey</a>, near Coventry, 29 Nov-31 Dec</h2>



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<p>As if Coombe Abbey Park isn’t magical enough, see it all lit up on this mesmerising mile-long trail. Look forward a new route with dazzling new installations and13 “wow” moments along the way, accompanied by ambient music, so you can really enjoy this immersive family-friendly festive experience. Wrap up warm! Book your slot between 4.30pm and 8.30pm.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-lap-of-lights-silverstone-circuit-12-december-3-jan"><a href="https://www.silverstone.co.uk/events/lap-of-lights" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lap of Lights</a>, Silverstone Circuit, 12 December-3 Jan</h2>



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<p>Once you’ve experienced you’ll never look at ordinary light trails in the same way again. Ten breathtaking light installations with more than 6,000 dazzling LED panels transform the night. It’s not just the scale of the lights that will take your breath away, but the thrill of experiencing them from behind the wheel as you follow in the tracks of racing legends. Need convincing? Read on to find out what you can expect at this year’s sparklingly festive lights extravaganza <a href="https://warks.muddystilettos.co.uk/things-to-do/buckle-up-lap-of-lights-is-back-and-brighter-than-ever-at-silverstone-this-christmas/">here</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-luminate-winter-light-trail-botanical-gardens-birmingham-28-nov-1-jan-2026">Luminate Winter Light Trail, <a href="https://luminate.live/birmingham-botanical-gardens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Botanical Gardens</a>, Birmingham, 28 Nov-1 Jan ​​​​​​​2026</h2>



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<p>Wander around the historic, and frankly beautiful Birmingham Botanical Gardens  after dark and lose yourself in Luminate&#8217;s all-new designs and illuminations along a mile-long trail. They include tunnels of light, mirror balls, waterfall effects, and more. Book a slot between 4.30pm-8pm. Once you&#8217;ve finished why not pop to nearby <a href="https://www.simpsonsrestaurant.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Simpsons</a> restaurant or <a href="https://theploughharborne.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Plough </a>for dinner?</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-lichfield-cathedral-15-21-dec"><a href="https://www.lichfield-cathedral.org/what-s-on/lightshow" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lichfield Cathedral</a>, 15-21 Dec </h2>



<p>New for 2025 is the Christmas Light Show: <em>The Robin’s Reward</em> – enjoy spectacular projections and beautiful after dark lights around The Close and on the iconic West Front of the cathedral. Head inside to soak up more of the atmosphere at the Christmas Tree Festival, listen to carols, see the crib and visit the gift shop.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-winter-glow-three-counties-showground-malvern-worcs-21-nov-31-dec"><a href="https://winterglow.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Winter Glow,</a>&nbsp;Three Counties Showground, Malvern, Worcs, 21 Nov – 31 Dec <strong>&nbsp;</strong></h2>



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<p>Wrap up warm and prepare to be spellbound –&nbsp;<a href="http://www.winterglow.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Winter Glow</a>&nbsp;in Malvern is back. As well as a dazzling outdoor illuminations trail , there’s the biggest covered ice rink in the region, a funfair, a 120ft observation wheel, UV golf, meet Santa in his grotto, and a fabulous food quarter to explore. Plus, visit the indoor&nbsp;Christmas Market.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-enchanted-gardens-of-oz-webbs-wychbold-20-nov-3-jan"><a href="https://www.webbsdirect.co.uk/enchantedgardens/?srsltid=AfmBOorwpZmsI0HBybJgn67wwJxNBk1G6tvTqTn777qXjwMwBC5PGbhr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Enchanted Gardens of Oz</a>, Webbs, Wychbold, 20 Nov – 3 Jan</h2>



<p>Follow the&nbsp;<em>Yellow Brick Road</em>&nbsp;for this much-loved classic&nbsp;<em>Wizard of Oz</em>-themed experience at Webbs Garden Centre. Wander this fantastic trail at The Enchanted Gardens, taking you through a theatrical set including light projections, lanterns and music. Catch Santa here from 20 Nov up to and including 29 Dec, there is no additional charge.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-winter-light-trail-waddesdon-manor-aylesbury-bucks-15-nov-5-jan"><a href="https://waddesdon.org.uk/whats-on/christmas/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Winter Light Trail</a>, Waddesdon Manor, Aylesbury, Bucks, 15 Nov – 5 Jan</h2>



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<p>Christmas is again returning to Waddesdon Manor offering more festive cheer than you can shake a tinsel covered stick at, transforming into a festive fairytale wonderland. Previously incarnations have included snowy Narnian landscapes, the adventures of Peter Pan and&nbsp;<em>Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland</em>&nbsp;— and 2025&#8217;s theme is a festive European tour, exploring various holiday traditions from across the continent.&nbsp;If that wasn’t enough, Waddesdon’s Christmas Fair is also back along with a bespoke Food Village offering visitors takeaway food and drink served from cute little chalets.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-christmas-at-blenheim-blenheim-palace-woodstock-oxon-15-nov-1-jan"><a href="https://www.blenheimpalace.com/whats-on/events/christmas/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Christmas at Blenheim</a>, Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxon, 15 Nov – 1 Jan</h2>



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<p>This year&#8217;s light trail is described as is &#8216;bigger, better and brighter than ever before&#8217; featuring spectacular works by international and local artists including water terraces, a Cathedral of Light, rainbow LED tunnel, candlelit Fire Garden and festive projections across the lake. New for 2025 is The Palace of Oz! Don’t miss The Christmas Market and Great Skate rink too.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-winter-light-trail-delapre-abbey-northampton-28-nov-31-dec"><a href="https://www.winterlighttrail.co.uk/northampton" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Winter Light Trail</a>, Delapré Abbey, Northampton, 28 Nov – 31 Dec</h2>



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<p>Lose yourself in the breath-taking grounds of Northampton’s historic Delapré Abbey this winter with its brand new funfair and light trail. The popular ski lodge bar is back serving hearty food and warming winter cocktails for that little bit of extra Christmas sparkle, and you can even pre-book your own cosy mini wooden chalet for up to eight people, while Muddy paws are also welcome.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-spectacle-of-light-sudeley-castle-cheltenham-glos-21-nov-30-dec"><a href="https://spectacleoflight.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Spectacle of Light</a><a href="https://sudeleycastle.co.uk/events/spectacle-of-light" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">,</a>&nbsp;Sudeley Castle, Cheltenham, Glos, 21 Nov – 30 Dec</h2>



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<p>Follow a wondrous illuminated trail around the beautiful castle grounds and discover the Court of King Arthur.&nbsp;Meet mythical characters from the Arthurian legend such as Guinevere, Lancelot and Merlin.&nbsp;Tuck into delicious hot food and delectable doughnuts from the Castle Terrace.&nbsp;Trail opens at 4.45pm.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-christmas-at-westonbirt-glos-28-nov-december-31"><a href="https://www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt/christmas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Christmas at Westonbirt</a>, Glos, 28 Nov &#8211; December 31</h2>



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<p>See some of the 2,500 types of trees grown at The National Arboretum at Westonbirt festooned in all manor of spectacular light installations from luminous birds to star-spangled light tunnels and glowstick-like flowers as well as new &#8216;firework trees&#8217; and laser lights. There&#8217;s also fairground rights. Created by the award-winning producers behind Christmas at Kew, this is an absolute must-see. Nearby is 12th century <a href="https://www.malmesburyabbey.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Malmesbury Abbey</a> for carols and concerts. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-christmas-in-the-city">CHRISTMAS IN THE CITY</h2>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-christmas-at-kew-kew-gardens-richmond-london-14-nov-4-jan"><a href="https://www.kew.org/kew-gardens/whats-on/christmas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Christmas at Kew</a>, Kew Gardens, Richmond, London, 14 Nov – 4 Jan</h2>



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<p>Returning for its 13th year,&nbsp;is one of the UK&#8217;s longest winter light trails at nearly two miles. The super popular winter trail is back and even more jaw-droppingly festive than before with dancing lanterns, musical displays, illuminated sculptures&nbsp;<em>and</em>&nbsp;a 17m high multi-sensory installation which is triggered by the movements from Kew’s very own bee colony! Best enjoyed with a boozy hot choc (or two).</p>


13 of the best winter light trails in Warks, the West Mids & beyond for 2025

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