Windsor Great Park Illuminated – Berkshire (Nov 2025 – Jan 2026)

A breathtaking woodland light trail featuring dazzling installations, the iconic Field of Light, festive treats and mulled wine beneath the stars.

Glow Wild at Wakehurst – West Sussex (27 Nov 2025 – 3 Jan 2026)


Experience Wakehurst Glow Wild like never before, with eleven bespoke installations including a river of 13,000 lights and voices by Cate Blanchett, Helena Bonham Carter and Emma Thompson. Celebrate 25 years of the Millennium Seed Bank.

A Palace House Christmas – Beaulieu, Hampshire (29 Nov 25 – 4 Jan 26)


Step into a festive world of pantomime magic at Beaulieu’s Palace House, featuring a 14ft panto dame, Pollock theatre, and lavish decorations. Entry includes access to the National Motor Museum and historic abbey.

Light Post Farm Festive Trail – Nottinghamshire (22 Nov – 23 Dec 2025)


An enchanting after-dark farm adventure with 250,000 lights, a 7m Disco Tree, light maze, and SEND & dog-friendly nights.

Yuletide at Tatton Park Gardens – Cheshire (15 Nov – 23 Dec 2025)


A fusion of light trail and winter festival featuring live music, acrobats, glowing puppets, campfires, and festive folklore.

Luminate Light Trails – Various UK Locations (Nov–Dec 2025)


Explore dazzling new trails at Sandringham Estate, Ashton Court, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Coombe Abbey and Margam Country Park.

Wundrful World of Christmas – London Borough Market (7 Nov – 24 Dec 2025)


A brand-new immersive festive adventure from Wundr, where families journey through Santa’s world in a multi-sensory experience.

Edinburgh’s Christmas – Edinburgh, Scotland (15 Nov 2025 – 4 Jan 2026)


Scotland’s capital sparkles once again as Edinburgh’s Christmas returns with family favourites including Santa Stories, ice skating, the LNER Big Wheel and festive funfair rides. The famous Christmas Market fills East Princes Street Gardens, showcasing local traders, crafts and delicious treats. EH residents enjoy 20% ticket discounts.

By Penny McCarthy

Penny McCarthy is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Parents News UK, a pioneering publication launched in 1993 to serve the needs of busy parents in Southwest London. Alongside her husband, Fergus McCarthy, Penny played a crucial role in the rapid expansion of the printed edition, which grew from a local startup to a widely circulated monthly publication with a reach of 192,000 copies across Kent, South London, and beyond. Under Penny’s leadership, Parents News quickly became a trusted resource for families, providing valuable information on education, entertainment, sports, and family-friendly events. Her vision helped the publication extend its influence with franchises in Northern Ireland and Cornwall, catering to a growing demand for accessible, family-oriented content. In 1997, recognising the importance of digital media, Penny spearheaded the launch of Parents News UK Online. The website initially mirrored the content of the printed editions and has since evolved into a comprehensive online resource for parents, achieving significant popularity with up to 700 daily hits. In 2017, the publication transitioned fully to an online platform, continuing to inform and engage families across the UK. Today, Penny remains deeply involved in the ongoing success of Parents News UK, focusing on innovative advertising opportunities and future growth plans. Her dedication to supporting families through accessible and practical content has made Parents News a cherished name in households across the country.