14th November 2025 - 3rd January 2026
Wrap up warm and head out after-dark to one of many colourful Christmas light events in South East England. Wander through dazzling light tunnels and colourful woodlands, marvel at exquisitely dressed Christmas trees and bespoke light installations, be amazed by animated light projections and stunning lantern festivals, all brightening up the long winter nights. These enchanting displays will ignite your holiday spirit, bring festive cheer and are a fantastic way to celebrate this special time of the year.
Why not catch up with family and friends at one of the free local festive light-switch on's that will be gracing our towns and villages in the lead up to Christmas Day. With twinkling fairy lights, tasty treats, Christmas carols and late-night shopping, these events are a great excuse to get together and start the festive season as you mean to go on.
Our featured illuminations showcase some of the best festive lights trail throughout South East England in starting date order. Don't forget to scroll to the bottom of the page to find many more across the destination and to explore the seasonal light switch-on events.
Take a look below for a full list of Christmas Light Trails and illumination events happening across South East England this winter, with many starting in early November and running until January 2026, giving you plenty of time to head out and enjoy a sparkling-Christmas whether you live here, are on holiday or visiting friends and family over the festive season.
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Aylesbury
This Christmas, join Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild and his beloved dog Poupon on an enchanting trans-European tour. Each stop along the route brings a different city to life, showcasing cultural heritage, seasonal customs, and links to Waddesdon's…
Christmas
Windsor
Celebrate Christmas in Eton with food stalls, funfair rides, music, dancing and all the fun of Christmas! Kicking off at Jubilee Square from 5pm.
Christmas
Maidenhead
Maidenhead's Christmas Lights Switch-On is the town's big festive kick-off! Get ready to light up your holiday season with a full day of festive fun in Maidenhead town centre!
Christmas
Winchester
Glow Marwell is back! Explore Marwell in a whole new light.
Experience the magic on selected dates from Friday 28 November 2025 – Saturday 3 January 2026 (Thursday to Sunday until the school holidays, and then daily over the Christmas period)…
Christmas
Romsey
Hampshire's largest festive light trail returns this Christmas as the award-winning Light Up Sir Harold Hillier Gardens transforms the gardens into a glowing wonderland. From 27 November to 3 January, wander through illuminated woodlands, marvel at…
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Uckfield
Join us for a truly enchanting evening as our Ice Queen summons her powers to light up the train before it steams into the night on a brand-new, family-friendly narrative journey!
Christmas
Haywards Heath
Sussex’s award-winning light trail is reimagined for 2025. A new trail full of exclusive installations, handcrafted lanterns, and immersive moments is accompanied by new experiences that promise more festive fun than ever! Just 30 minutes from…
Christmas
Edenbridge
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Hever Castle this Christmas!
From 21 November 2025 – 2 January 2026, Hever Castle & Gardens is bringing the magic of Oz to life.
Begin your journey in Dorothy's Kansas farmhouse before being swept along the yellow…
Christmas
Windsor
Windsor will sparkle to life with its ever popular Christmas Lights switch-on taking place in front of the wonderful Windsor Castle.
Christmas
Wick Lane, Englefield Green
Windsor Great Park Illuminated returns from Friday 14 November to Saturday 3 January with a spectacular new trail through the enchanting woodland. Experience dazzling lights, breathtaking projections, and magical fountain displays that bring the…
Christmas
Goudhurst,
Step into a winter wonderland like no other as Christmas at Bedgebury returns for 2025!
Immerse yourself in a new, reimagined trail at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest, created by the award-winning light trail producers behind events such as…
Christmas
Woodstock
There's No Place Like Blenheim Palace – The Iconic Light Trail is Back for 2025
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