The best Christmas light trails in the south…
Did you know it was Thomas Edison who created the first electric festive light display back in 1880? It perhaps wasn’t as captivating as the dazzling displays of today but when he hung a strand of electric lights across his door in sight of the local railway, it was jaw-dropping for those passengers who were passing by.
Nowadays, you can brighten up your winter nights by wandering through dazzling light tunnels, glowing gardens and colourful woodlands whilst admiring exquisitely dressed Christmas trees. The enchanting displays that are created using fabulous light projections are like discovering the land of Narnia through the secret wardrobe, stirring up feelings of joy and happiness.
Christmas light trails in Hampshire, Berkshire & Surrey
We are really lucky in the south of England to have some amazing light trails right on our doorstep and close enough to each of our parks. If you live at Blackbushe or Cavendish Park, West Green House just down the road in Hartley Wintney puts on a Christmas Illuminated Garden Adventure for all. Plus, there is also Wellington Illuminova at Wellington Country Park in Riseley. If you live at Ferndale Park, you cannot miss Windsor Great Park Illuminated, a most spectacular trail. And, if you live at Merrywood Park, be sure to visit Glow at RHS Wisley in Surrey for an enchanted festive experience.
If you fancy going a bit further afield, below you will find some amazing displays and trails well worth visiting.
- The Festival of Light at Longleat, Wiltshire
- Blenheim Palace Light Trail, Oxfordshire
- Light Up Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey
- Glow Marwell, Winchester
- Christmas at Kew, London
- Leonardslee Lights, Horsham
Whether you enjoy visiting the houses and gardens of the National Trust that have been transformed by Christmas illuminations, or the zoos of Longleat and Marwell that are lit up with a festival of lights, there is a little sprinkle of magic for everyone. Enjoy with family and friends or simply take in the serenity and beauty of the captivating displays by yourself.
To avoid disappointment, remember to book ahead as most places are based on entry with pre-purchased tickets only. Just add woolly hats, hot chocolate and let it glow! You may even get to meet Father Christmas himself…
From everyone at Greenfords Ltd, we wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
