All Illuminate shows for 2023 have now finished.

Book your 2023 tickets

Booking is essential. You will need to book one ticket per person in your group (including children).

Illuminate 2023

Explore the wonder of the illuminated outdoors around the castle and gardens, gothic arch and the church and look for the special sparkle of our ancient trees lit up for our Christmas winter light show. Go indoors to see the castle dressed for Christmas and join us each evening for a varied programme of activity including fire performers, musicians, storytellers and carol singers, and glow games for families.

After you've explored the castle and gardens, don't forget to grab a bite to eat! We will be joined by external caterers each evening, in addition to the tea-rooms serving some festive snacks and warming mulled wine.

Useful information

• Event ticket applies to all visitors (including under 5s and National Trust members).
• Normal admission fees apply in addition to the event ticket. This can be paid on arrival at visitor reception.
• Separate admission charges apply for our daytime and Illuminate offers.
• Croft will be closed from 4pm to 6pm while we set up for Illuminate and all daytime visitors who wish to attend the evening event need to leave the property at 4pm and return at 6pm.
• Booking is essential.
• Please note that tickets for this event are non-refundable and cannot be amended once purchased.