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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.
Top 16 Outdoor Christmas Light Trails & Winter Illuminations in the South East
Our featured illuminations showcase some of the best festive lights trail throughout South East England. 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.
Christmas at Blenheim Palace- 17th November - 1st January 24
Experience the Great Outdoors with a brand-new light trail, Woodstock,Oxfordshire
Illuminated Abbey - 7th December - 10th December 23
See Battle Abbey in a new light as it is bathed in dramatic illuminations for the first time, Battle, East Sussex
Christmas at Walmer Castle - 1st December - 1st January 24
Interactive light trail bringing colour, lights and play to Kent - Walmer, Kent
Leonardslee Illuminated- 24th November - 21st December 23
Spellbinding illuminations, large scale projections and music, Horsham, West Sussex
Glow Marwell- 24th /25th November, 1st - 30th December 23
Magical Christmas light experience featuring new illuminations, Winchester, Hampshire
Steamlights at Bluebell Railway - 17th November to 30th December 23
With a sparkling new theme and a new lighting up performance, Uckfield, East Sussex
Light Up Sir Harold Hillier- 30th November, 31st December 23
Set to shine bigger and brighter than ever before, Romsey, Hampshire
Christmas Maritime Trail- 25th November - 2nd January 24
Fantastic free Christmas Maritime light trail celebrating Poole’s nautical heritagem, Poole, Dorset
Windsor Great Park Illuminated - 16th November to 2nd January 24.
Light up your winter with a visit to The Savill Garden, Windsor, Berkshire
Bournemouth Christmas Tree Wonderland- 18th November - 2nd January 24
Spectacular free Christmas tree trail through the Lower & Upper gardens, Bournemouth, Dorset
Glow Wild- 24th November - 1st January 24
This award-winning lantern trail is back for its 10th year, Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Enlightened Staunton- 8th November - 24th December 23
The biggest, brightest yet - with interactive and immersive elements - Havant, Hampshire
Globalls - 1st December - 1st January 24
Step into a wonderland with festive glow-in-the-dark mini-golf - Brighton, East Sussex
Hever Castle at Christmas - 18th December - 1st January 24
Witness the enchantment of the Castle, gardens and lake, Edenbridge, Kent
Bedgebury Christmas Lights - 17th November - 31st December 23
Tunnels of light, waterside walks, trees drenched in colour, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Animated light projections at Waddesdon - 22nd November to 1st January 24
The manor facade comes to life with spellbinding animated projections, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Christmas Light Switch On's
Why not visit one of the many towns and villages in the South East to watch and take part in their annual Christmas light events, take a look at our events near me section and start ticking off the Christmas list. Don't forget to keep scrolling to discover more at the bottom of the page.
Greewich Lantern Parade, Greenwich, London - 15th November (4pm)
Keep checking back, more events are being added all the time
Light Trails and Illumination 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 24, 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.