LEONARDSLEE LIGHTS
Bigger, better, and even more magical than before!
This winter Leonardslee Lights returns with a dazzling new route and expanded cast of light, sound and spectacle. Wander through woodland scenes bathed in light, music and mystery as nature becomes the backdrop to a magical evening performance. Each installation is a carefully crafted scene, inspired by the beauty of Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens and brought to life with theatrical flair.
TICKET INFORMATION
TICKET PRICES
Adults (aged 17+) from £17.50
Children (aged 2 - 16) from £12.50
Under 2's go FREE
Limited FREE or discounted tickets are available for Leonardslee Members, find out more here.
DATE & TIMES
Selected evenings between
28 November - 30 December 2025
11 December | Quiet Night
Book a trail start time from 16:15 – 20:30
NEW FOR 2025: Take control of your own tickets!
With our new booking platform you can change the date or your ticket to any other available date and trail entry time up to 10 days prior to your booking!
SHUTTLE BUS
FREE Shuttle Bus from Horsham Centre
every Friday & Saturday
Enjoy a FREE return shuttle bus from Horsham Centre directly to the event when choosing Leonardslee Lights + Shuttle Bus tickets.
NEW FOR 2025: All adult tickets £17.50 when visiting us via bus!
OUR STORY
Leonardslee Lights 2024
A Mid-winter lights dream
Step into a world where every tree becomes a stage, every light tells a story, and the landscape itself comes alive with drama and wonder.
Last year, we asked our audience to step into A Midwinter Lights Dream—a spellbinding new chapter in the Leonardslee Lights journey, where art, nature, and imagination entwine beneath the stars.
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 our creative direction are Ithaca Studio, award-winning sound designer Dan Fox, and the spellbinding performers of Third Space—whose talents have helped define the immersive magic of our trail.
But this is only the beginning. We're committed to building long-term partnerships with local makers, musicians, artists, and storytellers—ensuring that each year’s experience reflects not only innovation in light and sound, but the creative spirit of the region itself.
Sustainably Staged
Behind the spectacle is a deep respect for the natural world that inspires it.
Leonardslee Lights is designed with sustainability in mind—from low-energy LED installations and intelligent power management to carefully planned routes that protect our woodland habitats.
We work closely with the gardening team to ensure that the beauty you see illuminated at night continues to thrive in the daylight.
Because in this theatre of nature, the land is not just a stage—it’s the star.
WHEN SHOULD I ARRIVE?
Please allow at least 15 minutes to park and walk to the Main Entrance prior to your entry time.
Consider coming early or allow time after your trail to enjoy a ride on the funfair, a drink from the bar, a hot chocolate or some wonderful festive street food (additional charges apply).
WHAT SHOULD I BRING/WEAR?
Please come wearing outdoor clothing and footwear that are appropriate to the weather conditions at the time.
Weather
Leonardslee Lights is a winter trail along made up grit pathways in a mature landscaped valley with lakes and gardens. The trail is weather proof in normal winter conditions - if it is raining, windy, cold or frosty on the day of your visit, we will go ahead as planned.
LOCAL FOOD & DRINK
Winter Street Food, hot drinks and alcoholic beverages are on offer in the Christmas Market alongside the funfair outside the Main Entrance. Visit The Clocktower Kitchen at the start of the trail for a selection of hot and cold beverages, snacks.
The trail is outside on gravel pathways through the gardens and is suitable for most all-terrain mobility scooters. There is one steep slope down into the valley and another gravel slope back up which is not suitable for wheelchairs.
Our mobility scooters and wheelchairs are not available for hire during this event.
DOGS
Well behaved dogs on short leads are very welcome at Leonardslee Lights.
ACCESSIBILITY GUIDE
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Who is Leonardslee Lights for?
In short, everyone! Families with children of all ages, individuals young and old and groups of friends.
Buying Tickets
Leonardslee Lights is a popular public family Winter event and is expected to sell out.
Please consider booking well in advance to avoid any disappointment.
Tickets need to be booked in advance online.
Choose the date and the entry time you wish to come to Leonardslee Lights.
You will be emailed an e-ticket to which will be scanned at the Main Entrance on your arrival.
*Selected dates during this period
Age Policy
No unaccompanied under 16s are allowed on the trail.
Under 16s must be accompanied at all times by an adult, aged 18 and older, on the trail.
Payments at Leonardslee
Please bring card and cash for payments in the market, food stalls and funfair. The shops and cafes inside Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens are card only.
Photographs & Video
We encourage the taking of photographs and video of the beautiful Leonardslee Lights trail if these are for sole personal use - please share on our social media pages. @leonardsleelightsofficial & @leonardsleegardens
Alcohol Sales
Leonardslee Lights operates a Challenge 25 policy. Do not be offended if you are asked for ID!
Loss/Damages
Leonardslee Lights is unable to accept any liability for personal or property damages, losses (including confiscations) or injuries sustained at this event, other than those caused as a direct result of our negligence.
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Carer Tickets
One free carer ticket is available per deaf or disabled ticket holder.
The following forms of copied evidence make an individual eligible:
- Front page of DLA / PIP (no specific rate)
- Front page of Attendance Allowance letter (no specific rate)
- Evidence that registered severely sight impaired (blind)
- Recognised Assistance Dog ID card
- Credibility's Access Card
- Amaze Compass Card
Evidence required upon entry.
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Please be sure that you choose the correct date and time slot time when making your booking. Leonardslee Lights are not able to offer exchanges or refunds once tickets have been purchased unless the event is cancelled. Refunds are for the face value of the ticket and do not include transaction fee.
Weather is continuously monitored by our health and safety team with customer safety always held as a top priority. In the unlikely case that a decision to cancel the trail is made on any given night, the decision will be made as early as possible on the day of the trail, usually by 12 noon. As soon as a decision is made, we will contact ticket holders by email to inform them of the cancellation and to provide re-booking options.
Exchanges & Refunds
Please be sure that you choose the correct date and time slot time when making your booking. Leonardslee Lights are not able to offer any refunds once tickets have been purchased unless the event is cancelled or booking insurance has been purchased. Tickets are transferrable to another available date and trail entry time of the same ticket price up to 31 October 2024.
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BY CAR
From the M23/A23: Head South on the M23/A23 and take the exit signposted Handcross, follow the B2110 through Lower Beeding, at the end of the road turn left. The entrance is immediately on your left.
From Cowfold: Head North on the A281 through Crabtree, the entrance is on your right at the top of the hill.
From Horsham: Head South out of Horsham and follow the A281 for approximately 10 minutes, the entrance is on your left.
PARKING
There is free car parking on site.
BY TRAIN
Nearest Rail Station is Horsham, with trains from London Victoria, Clapham Junction & South Coast stations.
BY BUS
Number 17 runs between Horsham Railway Station & Brighton and stops outside Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens.
Sorry no cash accepted. For security reasons Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens is a cash free zone. We only accept payment by card.
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