Light up your evening at Fountains by Floodlight

Frequently asked questions

• What are the times and dates for Fountains by Floodlight this year?  

  Fountains by Floodlight is taking place every Friday and Saturday from 11 October to 2 November.

  Admission for this event will open from 5pm with last entry 8pm. Please arrive at your ticketed timeslot as you won't be able to enter the estate earlier. Car parks will close at 9:30pm.

• Will I need to book a ticket? 

  Yes. You'll need to pre-book a ticket for Fountains by Floodlight even if you're a National Trust member. Spaces are limited so we recommend booking as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

  This year entry for this event will be staggered and each ticket will have an allocated time slot for your arrival. Please note there is no access to the estate before your ticketed time slot and we recommend allowing 15 minutes to find a parking space and make your way through admissions.

  Last entry to the estate for daytime visitors will close, as usual at 4.30pm (4pm from 28 October). Admission for visitors with floodlighting tickets will open at 5pm.

  You won't be able to book tickets or visit this event using a promotional pass.

  Tickets will be available to buy from 9.30am on Friday 13 September 2024.

• How much is it to get in?

  Don't forget that you'll need to book a ticket even if you're a member this year.

  National Trust & English Heritage members*: Free

  Adults: £10

  Child (age 5-17): £5

  Under 5: Free - you won't need to book a ticket for under 5's.

  *Please remember to bring your membership cards with you.

  **Maxcard holders should book a members' ticket and bring their Maxcard with them on the day

• What time does it start?

  Admission for Fountains by Floodlight will open from 5pm, with last admission at 8pm. Car parks close at 9.30pm.

  Our Mill Yard street food market will start serving from 5.30pm.

  There will be a guided tour of the abbey from 6pm - 7pm.

  There will be choirs singing in the cellarium between 7pm - 8pm.

• Can I visit earlier in the day and stay for Fountains by Floodlight?

  If you want to visit the abbey and water garden earlier in the day and stay in the abbey grounds for the evening then you're very welcome to. Admission will be charged at the standard prices before 4.30pm (4pm from 28 October) however you won't be able to leave the site and come back again on the same ticket. Please do be aware that weekends are our busiest times and our car parks have been known to be full by lunchtime on event days. The only way to guarantee that you'll be able to attend Fountains by Floodlight is to pre-book a ticket and arrive in time for your pre-booked time slot.