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— Presents
A garden awakening.
This winter, Leonardslee Lights returns with a dazzling new route and an expanded cast of light, sound and spectacle. Wander through woodland scenes bathed in illumination, music and mystery, where the natural landscape becomes a stage for an unforgettable evening of performance.
Each installation is a carefully crafted moment, inspired by the beauty of Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens and brought to life with theatrical imagination the most affordable and sustainable way to enjoy Sussex’s most magical light show.
— New for 2026
Longer, immersive, more spectacular.
Leonardslee Lights returns for 2026 with an extended, reimagined trail. The experience unfolds as a journey through the gardens and the changing seasons, where light, sound and nature come together in a series of evolving scenes from the first moments on the trail to the final glow.
- Striking new large-scale pieces
- Richer storytelling & a more considered flow
- Flickers of fire, shifting atmospheres & dramatic installations
— Leonardslee Village
Gather by the fire.
The Village returns as a lively hub at the heart of the experience and for 2026 it is open both before and after your journey through the lights. With an indoor covered bar, firepits for marshmallow roasting, freshly made doughnuts, live performances and seating indoors and out, it is the perfect place to begin the evening or unwind afterwards.
- Indoor covered bar & mulled wine
- Firepits, fresh doughnuts & seasonal treats
- Expanded programme of live entertainment
— Ways to visit
Choose your night.
01
The Light Trail
60–90 minThe Gardens
The full illuminated journey through the woodland gardens, finishing in Leonardslee Village. Booked by timed entry slot.
02
New Family Tickets
Save up to 10% 2026
New family packages for 2026 more for less, the perfect way to experience Leonardslee Lights together.
03
Lights + Shuttle Bus
All agesWine Estate
Skip the parking. A free return shuttle from Horsham Station or Carfax, with significantly discounted entry when you travel by bus.
04
Group Lights + Dinner + Drink
Up to 20% off 15+ guests
The full trail, dinner from our festive food vendors and a drink up to 20% off for groups of 15 or more. Ideal for festive nights out.
05
Member Tickets
Discounted Members
End the year in style combine the Leonardslee Lights trail with festive food, drinks and exclusive group savings for 15 or more.
06
Flexible Tickets
Up to 10 days Peace of mind
Plans changed? Switch your tickets to another date or entry time up to 10 days before your visit. Terms apply.
The trail, after dark.
Moonlight on still water, trees alive with colour, and figures emerging from the shadows.
— Our Story
Behind the magic.
Leonardslee Lights is shaped by an evolving community of artistic collaborators from nationally acclaimed studios to emerging local talent. At the heart of the creative direction are Ithaca Studio, award-winning sound designer Dan Fox, and the spellbinding performers of ThirdSpace, whose talents have helped define the immersive magic of the trail.
We’re committed to long-term partnerships with local makers, musicians, artists and storytellers, so each year’s experience reflects not only innovation in light and sound, but the creative spirit of the region itself.
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Set within Sussex’s most beautiful Grade I listed woodland gardens an unforgettable night-time journey through light, seasonality and place.
Leonardslee Lights · 2026
— Plan your visit
Before you arrive
Please allow 15 minutes to park and walk to the main ticket entrance before your pre-booked trail time. Have your tickets ready to scan, on your phone or printed. Please don’t join the entrance queue more than 5 minutes before your slot you’ll only be admitted at your booked time. Last entry onto the trail is 20:30.
The trail takes around 60–90 minutes to complete. The route runs outdoors along made-up grit and hard-standing paths through a mature landscaped valley, with several steeper slopes including an initial descent. Please dress for the weather the trail runs in most conditions.
The trail is outdoors on accessible gravel paths suitable for most all-terrain mobility scooters. One or two sections are steeper, particularly the pathways to and from the valley, and these are not suitable for wheelchairs. For access or mobility concerns, contact the team in advance at info@leonardsleelights.co.uk.
Yes well-behaved dogs on short leads are very welcome at Leonardslee Lights.
Leonardslee Lights is a winter trail and is weatherproof in normal winter conditions if it’s raining, windy, cold or frosty, the event goes ahead as planned. In the rare event of a cancellation for safety, ticket holders are contacted by email as early as possible, usually by noon, with rebooking options.
Leonardslee Lights is a winter trail and is weatherproof in normal winter conditions if it’s raining, windy, cold or frosty, the event goes ahead as planned. In the rare event of a cancellation for safety, ticket holders are contacted by email as early as possible, usually by noon, with rebooking options.
Tickets are booked in advance online choose your date and entry time and you’ll be emailed an e-ticket to scan on arrival. Leonardslee Lights is a popular family event and is expected to sell out, so booking well ahead is recommended. The site is primarily cashless.
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