Glow Wild

Wakehurst's magical Christmas light trail returns for 2025.

Glow Wild mansion and Christmas tree

Date and time

Selected evenings, 27 November 2025 to 3 January 2026

4.00pm to 10pm

Location

Wakehurst, Sussex

Price

Prices from £13.50, under 4s go free!

Early-bird tickets on sale 31 March - 4 August 2025

Explore a woodland trail of lights and lantern installations at Glow Wild 2025 

This winter, Wakehurst, Kew's wild botanic garden, will be transformed into a dazzling winter wonderland with stunning artworks and installations creating a magical light trail.

2025 brings a brand new trail, inviting visitors to walk on the wild side and discover the mystery, beauty and resilience of nature, exclusively handcrafted by leading artists. Reimagine wildlife, walk among giants and uncover the secrets of our natural world.

Brand new bespoke installations, a revamped street food experience and access to the historic Elizabethan mansion make Glow Wild Sussex's most unique and unmissable Christmas light trail.
 
Just 30 minutes from Brighton and London Gatwick, Glow Wild is easily accessible by public transport, with Haywards Heath station 10 minutes away. 

Free parking is available onsite at Wakehurst for any visitors arriving by car.   

Pre-booking tickets for Glow Wild is essential. 

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A couple admiring tree light installations at Wakehurst

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