Treasured Tales Come to Life at Longleat This Christmas

The UK’s original and best lantern festival, which will run until 7th January 2024, invites visitors to step straight into the pages of the nation’s most treasured tales, reimagined as 1,500 stunning lanterns.

Rediscover beloved stories that shaped our childhood as you journey through a myriad of fantasy worlds – from the Emerald City to Never-Never-Land.  Amazing artistry goes into creating bespoke lanterns that tower over you at every turn, with some stretching to over 15 metres high.

Show-stopping scenes are taken from The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S Lewis; Cinderella; Peter Pan, Snow White; The Wizard of Oz; Winnie the Pooh and more. 

This year’s event is set to feel more festive than ever, with a brand-new Christmas Market area, the incredible 15-metre Enchanted Christmas Tree show and the beloved Santa Train.

A brand-new light show rounds off the evening, illuminating Longleat House and culminating in a show-stopping fountain display on the lake.

Alongside Aslan, king of the lions, visitors can also come face to face with Longleat’s very own pride of big cats along with a host of other exotic animals in the world-renowned Safari Park.

There are three ticket types for The Festival of Light:

The Festival of Light Day Ticket (from £44.95 per adult)

Experience Longleat’s Drive Through Safari, Walking Safari, Boat Safari, festive attractions and amazing lantern scenes.

The Festival of Light Non-Safari Day Ticket (from £34.95 per adult)

This ticket doesn't include Longleat’s Drive Through Safari but you can still say hello to some of amazing animals on foot and enjoy the festive attractions and stunning lantern scenes.

The Festival of Light Twilight Ticket (from £24.95 per adult)

Let Longleat’s lanterns take the spotlight and enjoy the festive attractions and lantern scenes from 5pm.

For the ultimate festive getaway, book a luxury stay in your very own country cottage on the Longleat Estate.

Experience an unforgettable winter break in one of seven individually decorated luxurious country getaways; each with its own stunning setting and fascinating history.