Winter Light Trail at Trentham Estate
Visitors follow an illuminated trail spanning more than a mile through the gardens, discovering interactive displays and soundscapes. The event features an après bar, cosy mini chalets, and local independent food vendors alongside marshmallow toasting. Guests can also enjoy children's funfair rides and amusements.
What to Expect
Illuminated mile-long trail featuring interactive installations, soundscapes, and festive treats.
Event Details
Ages
Family-friendly
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Trentham Estate
Food & Drink
The event has an après bar, cosy mini chalets, local independent food vendors and marshmallow toasting.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and festive-season outings
Vibe
Festive and immersive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
££
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: General Sale: Super Off Peak — Child/senior £12.50, Adult £17, Family £50; Off Peak — Child/senior £14, Adult £18.50, Family £57; Standard — Child/senior £16.50, Adult £21.82, Family £66; Peak — Child/senior £19, Adult £25.45, Family £72.50. A small booking fee applies. Child: ages 3–15 inclusive; Adult: ages 16–59 inclusive; Senior: age 60+; Family: 2 adults and 2 children. Infants aged 0–2 need a free infant ticket. A visitor needing a carer/PA must purchase their own ticket and can add a free carer ticket during booking. – Get tickets
- Accessibility: Visitors requiring assistance can book a free carer/PA ticket alongside a paid ticket with supporting documentation.
Tips & Advice
- Add a free infant ticket for any child aged 0 to 2 when you book, because infants still need one to enter.
- Pick a Super Off Peak or Off Peak date if you can, as those tickets cost less than Standard and Peak dates.
- If you need a carer with you, buy your own ticket, add the free carer ticket and upload your supporting document when prompted.
- Dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes, because the illuminated trail through Trentham Gardens covers more than a mile.
- Leave time after the trail for marshmallow toasting, the après bar and the children's funfair rides and amusements.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this year: fresh route twists, never-before-seen displays, new soundscapes and interactive installations.
- Super Off Peak and Off Peak dates are priced lower than Standard and Peak dates.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's on the trail this year?
The illuminated trail through Trentham Gardens covers more than a mile, with new twists and turns, never-before-seen displays, new soundscapes and plenty of interactive installations.
What food and drink is there?
There's an après bar with cosy mini chalets, local independent food vendors and marshmallow toasting.
Is there anything extra for children?
Yes, there are children's funfair rides and amusements alongside the trail.
Do babies and children need tickets?
Infants aged 0 to 2 need a free infant ticket added to your order. Child tickets cover ages 3 to 15, and anyone on a child ticket must be with an adult.
How does a carer ticket work?
Buy a ticket for yourself, then add a free carer ticket during booking and upload your supporting document when prompted. If SeeTickets doesn't contact you for more information before your visit, the carer ticket is valid.
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