Longleat Festival of Light

Longleat, Warminster

This year Longleat's Festival of Light takes place from 8th November-11h January, and celebrates beloved characters with the theme ‘British Icons with Wallace & Gromit and Friends’. Embark on a grand day out this Christmas as you encounter fan-favourite characters from Shaun the Sheep, Wallace & Gromit, and many more! Plus, journey to some of the UKs most famous landmarks, and discover the native wildlife all in breath-taking lantern form.

Explore the sights of London as you walk under a 15m tall Tower Bridge, travel through the iconic Stonehenge and to Shaun the Sheep’s farm, marvel at the incredible Welsh dragon before heading to Blackpool and the great British seaside. Then journey to Scotland and Giant’s Causeway as well as West Wallaby Street to meet Wallace & Gromit on their adventures along with other beloved characters!

Plus, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth The Festival of Light will bring to life some incredible writers, as well as light up British native wildlife and landscapes, and showcasing iconic British singers through the decades!

Head to the Courtyard Square where and get into a festive swing as you marvel at the 20 metre tall singing tree. Watch its spectacular display of light and flurries of snow whilst singing your favourite carols!

All this and so much more await on this awe-inspiring lantern experience, bigger and better than ever! Don’t miss the UK’s best lantern display this festive season at Longleat and celebrate the iconic lantern event with ‘British Icons with Wallace & Gromit and Friends’.

Themed lanterns
Festive themed attractions including the Enchanted Christmas Tree Show
On-foot animal attractions including Koala Creek, Jungle Cruise, The Bat Cave and Family Farmyard
Main Square adventure attractions including Adventure Castle, Rockin' Rhino, Jungle Cruise and the Hedge Maze.

The Festival of Light is a magical and very popular experience, weekends can be particularly busy so if you prefer things a little quieter then we recommend that you visit during the week Monday - Thursday.

This magical winter experience will run from 8th November 2025 - 11th January 2026.

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