Ashington Christmas Lights 2026

Visitors experience an after-dark trail of immersive light and sound installations throughout The Alnwick Garden. The experience extends into Lilidorei, illuminating the play village with twinkling festive displays and illuminations. A single ticket provides entry to explore both light trails...

Visitors can wander through an immersive dreamscape inside Cragside House inspired by a tale by inventor William Armstrong, exploring decorated rooms including the Library, Drawing Room, and Kitchen. Outside, guests can view a 44.7-metre living giant redwood illuminated with over...

Families are welcomed into the House to listen to a festive story with Mrs Christmas and make a holiday craft. Visitors then gather in the cosy Reading Room to meet Father Christmas, with time set aside to take photos. At...

Visitors can explore the historic house adorned with unique handmade decorations showcasing crafts from embroidery and knitting to ceramics. The Central Hall features a dazzling 20-foot Christmas tree alongside live musical performances, while outside guests can spot 'Magnificence' the reindeer...

Visitors ride a tractor trailer to the Enchanted Woodland to meet Santa in his cabin and help feed real reindeer. Children can complete challenges in their Elf in Training passport, stuff a character teddy at the Cuddle Factory, and decorate...

Visitors journey through an illuminated ancient woodland filled with light displays, projections, music, and larger-than-life inflatables. Interactive installations invite guests to engage through touch, movement, and imagination as an immersive soundscape moves through the trees. At the entrance, visitors can...

Visitors can explore traditional festive decorations across the estate, from decorated trees to Georgian garlands. Highlights include Father Christmas's office with the Nice and Naughty lists, festive reindeer stalls at the Stables, and Santa's sleigh in the Market Place for...

Guests gather in the Durham Suite for a festive welcome drink before being led outside by Santa to witness the arrival of a surprise celebrity guest. Host Charlotte Forman performs live Christmas songs by the hotel frontage and dining pods...