A new Christmas Lights trail featuring enchanting illuminations and festive music, will light up the glamorous and historic Leeds Castle, nestled in the Kentish countryside, from 25th November 2022 to 1st Jan 2023. 

Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle offers a new and special way to celebrate the Christmas season with an unmissable outdoor experience, designed for all ages to enjoy.

Tickets are on sale now for this captivating light trail, where you will spend quality time with loved ones, as you create everlasting memories at one of England's most visited attractions. Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle offers you the chance to wander between striking light installations designed by a range of international artists, all carefully choreographed to a soundtrack of moving festive music and designed to complement Leeds Castle's enchanting story. 

Matthew Findlay, Head of UK Trails for Sony Music/Raymond Gubbay Ltd, said: “We are thrilled to launch a unique new Christmas Lights Trail at this iconic castle, our planning and preparation is well underway. There will be plenty to wow and surprise all visitors, young and old!”

Helen Bonser-Wilton, Chief Executive at Leeds Castle, said: “At Leeds Castle, we are always looking at new ways to tell the fascinating Leeds Castle story and to entertain our guests with new immersive experiences. This year, we are teaming up with Light Trail Specialists Raymond Gubbay, Sony Music and Culture Creative, to delight guests with this magical after-dark light trail which will add sparkle to Leeds Castle's wintery grounds.”

Be transported into a winter wonderland in this unique landscape, leading up to the stunning moated Castle. Discover the iconic Christmas Cathedral of Lights created with more than a thousand pea lights, walk under giant baubles and beneath beautifully illuminated trees. Pause to reflect at the mesmerising, flickering flames in the fire garden, enjoy the larger-than-life light installations and don't forget to wave at Father Christmas along the way. 

Independent street food vendors bring a delicious twist with tasty treats on offer. Complete your walk under the stars with a *spiced winter warmer or *hot chocolate shared with friends and family. Everyone loves toasting a marshmallow over an open fire and the artisan *marshmallow stall gives visitors the chance to warm their hands and enjoy this sweet outdoor tradition.

Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle is brought to you by Sony Music. The trail is created by Culture Creative.

What:                  Christmas at Lights Leeds Castle - The magical, after-dark, illuminated Christmas trail
When:                 25 Nov 2022 - 1 Jan 2023 Closed 28/29/30 Nov 5/6/25 Dec

Open from 4.30pm, last entry 8pm and closes at 10pm.

Why Visit:        Discover a Christmas illuminated trail for all the family set within the historic Leeds Castle

Admission:      Advanced From: Adult £21.50, Child £15 (Age 3-16); Family £70.00 (2 adults + 2 children) Parking £6.  Must be booked in advance.

Website:          ChristmaslightsatLeedsCastle.co.uk | #christmasatleedscastle | #mychristmastrails

Address:          Leeds Castle, Penfold Hill, ME17 1RG

For more information please contact:

Matt Dixon | matt@flamingo-marketing.co.uk | T: 01637 808220

Notes to Editors

• For full pricing details and booking please visit: ChristmaslightsatLeedsCastle.co.uk
• *Additional charges apply

Image Credits

Neon Tree by Culture Creative, My Christmas Trails. Photo by Richard Haughton © Sony Music

Christmas Cathedral by Mandylights, My Christmas Trails. Photo by Richard Haughton © Sony Music 

Fire Garden by Culture Creative, My Christmas Trails. Photo by Richard Haughton © Sony Music

About Leeds Castle

Leeds Castle is a national treasure, a glamorous retreat for the royal, famous and well connected for over 900 years.  It is a haven of tranquillity and offers a wealth of discovery and enjoyment for all ages.

Situated five miles southeast of Maidstone in Kent, Leeds Castle's rich and riveting history, including ownership by six of England's medieval queens, to its elaborate transformation into a glamorous 1930s country house retreat for the influential and famous by Anglo-American heiress, Lady Olive Baillie, secures its place as one of the most visited historic attractions in Britain.

The Castle and its estate are preserved and maintained by the Leeds Castle Charitable Foundation, a not-for-profit charity

Leeds Castle, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1RG

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About Sony Music

Sony Music has been delivering themed illuminated trails for over eight years. Each trail is designed to showcase the natural and unique environment of the individual location and to immerse visitors into a world of light, fire and soundscape. They currently have 30 trails across the UK, Europe, USA, and Australia.

The chosen partners for national and international heritage and prestigious venues include: Blenheim Palace; The National Trust; Forestry England; The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew; Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh; Schwetzingen Palace, Germany; Botanic Gardens, Chicago, USA and Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne, Australia.

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About Culture Creative
Culture Creative is a creative project and production management company based in the North East of England. The Company works across a wide range of cultural fields including art, sport, heritage, tourism, festivals and events, developing projects from concept to delivery. Since 2013 Culture Creative has worked closely with Sony Music to create illuminated trails in various venues across the UK and overseas.

www.culturecreative.co.uk | FB @culturecreativeltd | Twitter @CCLCreative | Instagram @culturecreativeltd

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