Glow Wild
Visitors embark on an illuminated journey through woodlands, enchanted waters, and frozen landscapes filled with thousands of handcrafted lanterns and large-scale light installations. An exclusive soundscape narrated by renowned actors guides walkers in search of Nature's Gift along the trail. Guests can view architectural projections onto the Wakehurst Mansion, gather beneath the giant Redwood Christmas tree, and sample seasonal treats from food chalets.
Nov 26, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Infants under 4 and Essential Companions: free. Free essential companion ticket for eligible disabled customers, valid with an Adult, Child (4–15) or Family ticket; documentation may be required. Any Day/Anytime Adult or Child: £45. Off-peak: Wakehurst or Kew member Adult £17.50; member Family (2 adults & 2 children) £60; Adult £21; Children (4–16) £14.50; Family (2 adults & 2 children) £67.50. Standard: member Adult £22; member Family £77; Adult £25.50; Child £18.50; Family £83.50. Peak: member Adult £24.50; member Family £84; Adult £28; Child £19.50; Family £90.75. On-site car parking is free. Adult groups of 7–20 receive a 10% discount; group rates are available and groups of 20+ should contact Wakehurst. Optional lantern kit add-on: £8.95. Any Day/Anytime tickets have flexible entry from 4.20pm to 7.30pm (7pm Christmas Eve).
Hours
Entry slots start at 4.00pm. Relaxed Sessions are at 4.00pm nightly. Standard entry starts at 4:15pm; the final slot is from 7.45pm–8:15pm depending on the date, except the final slot is at 7pm on Christmas Eve. Any Day/Anytime tickets allow flexible entry from 4.20pm to 7.30pm (7pm on Christmas Eve). Members' Preview Night: gardens close 9pm, last entry 7:30pm. Off Peak dates: close 9:30pm, last entry 8pm. Standard dates: close 10pm, last entry 8:30pm. Peak dates: close 10:15pm, last entry 8.45pm. Adult Only timeslots are at 8pm and 8.15pm on 11, 12, 18 and 19 December.
Food & Drink
Glow Wild chalets and onsite restaurants serve seasonal food and drink, including toasted marshmallows, sweet and savoury treats, and grab-and-go family meals; payments are card only.
Parking
On-site car parking is free. Drivers should follow signs to Wakehurst rather than relying on Sat Nav, which may take them to the North Drive entrance, the wrong entrance for this event.
Accessibility
The one-mile trail is fully accessible via hard standing and flat gravel paths suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs, with loan wheelchairs and bookable mobility scooters available.
Pets
Disability assistance dogs are welcome on a short lead; other dogs are not allowed.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Book tickets in advance because advance booking is essential for Glow Wild.
- Arrive promptly for your booked entry slot, and keep your party together because everyone on one booking must enter at the same time.
- Pre-download your tickets or save a photo on your phone, as mobile signal is limited on site.
- Wear warm, waterproof clothing and suitable outdoor footwear because the trail is outdoors with no covered areas.
- Follow the Wakehurst road signs rather than relying on Sat Nav, which may direct you to the wrong entrance.
Special Events & Promotions
- Under-4s enter free.
- Essential companion tickets are free for eligible disabled visitors; documentation may be required.
- Wakehurst or Kew members have member ticket prices.
- Wakehurst and Kew members can bring up to six people at member price.
- Adult groups of 7–20 receive a group discount; groups of 20+ should contact Wakehurst.
Links & Contact
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can visit Glow Wild, and do children need an adult with them?
The trail is described as family-friendly and suitable for visitors of all ages. Children and anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and every visitor needs a valid ticket.
Do I need to book ahead, and can my party arrive separately?
Advance booking is essential. All tickets for a party are in one attachment, so everyone in the party must enter together at their booked arrival time.
What can I see along the trail?
The trail features handcrafted lanterns, large-scale light installations, architectural projections onto Wakehurst Mansion, and a giant Redwood Christmas tree. An exclusive soundscape guides visitors along the route.
What food and drink are available?
Glow Wild chalets and onsite restaurants offer seasonal food and drinks, marshmallows to toast, sweet and savoury treats, and grab-and-go family meals. Payments are card only; tell catering staff about allergies.
Is the trail accessible for wheelchair users, and are dogs allowed?
The route is just over a mile, with hard-standing and flat gravel paths suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs, though some slopes and uneven paths are present. Wheelchairs are available first come, first served; mobility scooters must be booked in advance. Assistance dogs on short leads are welcome, but other dogs are not.
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