Groups can see light displays and soundscapes at the West Sussex-based Grade I-listed gardens when they visit during the festive season.
From 28th November to 30th December, visitors can explore Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens transformed into an illuminated wonderland of light and colour with the return of Leonardslee Lights.
Groups will journey through a multi-sensory spectacle featuring new installations for 2025, with the trail weaving through woodlands, lakes, and the valley, which are brought to life with theatrical effects, lantern displays, and interactive moments.
Christmas market-style festive hub added for 2025
New for 2025 is the Leonardslee Village, a Christmas market-style festive hub at the end of the trail where visitors can purchase seasonal food from local street food providers and warming festive drinks from the bar. Artisan Christmas gifts will be available to purchase in time for Christmas and live entertainment will be taking place.
Daytime visits to Leonardslee
Over 200 years of history is on offer at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens, with more than 240 acres of woodland to explore, with a permanent outdoor art exhibition featuring more than 150 sculptures created by international and local artists. Additionally, the gardens are home to a vineyard, rare wallaby colony and eight lakes.
Throughout the year the gardens are open to visitors and groups can enjoy day trips to see the changing seasonal colours, from bright spring tones and wildlife to autumn crimsons and oranges reflected in the lake and the gardens in the full bloom of summer to bare trees and frosty winter landscapes.
Visitors can head to the Clocktower Kitchen, serving warm, seasonal food, cakes and hot drinks, or visit two other on-site cafés and the Wine Garden.
Discounts and guided tours for group visits
Groups of ten or more can enjoy discounted admission private guided walking tours, free on-site coach parking, food and drink packages and support from the dedicated groups team. Lunches and afternoon tea are also available.
For more information about Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens, including Leonardslee Lights visit www.leonardsleegardens.co.uk.
