Illuminate
Make your Christmas magical with our after-dark winter lights show at Croft Castle in Herefordshire.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Explore the wonder of the illuminated outdoors around the castle and gardens, gothic arch and the church and look for the special sparkle of our ancient trees lit up for our Christmas winter light show.
Head indoors to see the castle dressed for Christmas and join us each evening for a varied programme of activity including fire performers, musicians, storytellers, choirs and glow games for families.
After you've explored the castle and gardens, grab a bite to eat from the Carpenter’s tea-room, which will be serving light refreshments, festive snacks, and warming mulled wine. We will also be joined by an external caterer each evening, providing a variety of hot food options to choose from.
Useful information:
- Event ticket applies to all visitors (including National Trust members and over 5s).
- Under 5s are free and do not require a ticket.
- Normal admission fees apply in addition to the event ticket. This can be paid at visitor reception on arrival.
- Separate admission charges apply for our daytime and Illuminate offers.
- Croft will be closed from 4pm to 5.30pm while we set up for Illuminate and all daytime visitors who wish to attend the evening event need to leave the property at 4pm and return during their 30 minute ticketed time slot (6pm, 6.30pm or 7pm).
- Illuminate will be running from 6pm to 9pm with three staggered entry time slots available to book (6pm, 6.30pm and 7pm).
- Booking is essential.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult + admission | £6.00 |
| Child + admission | £3.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895 Croft Castle does not manage bookings for this event. All ticket enquiries - call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Children welcome
- Meeting point
Please enter the property through Visitor Reception, where you will be able to show your booking confirmation, and either pay your admission fee or scan your membership card.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear weather appropriate clothing and suitable footwear, as the paths can be slippery following adverse weather. If you are a member please bring your valid membership card with you.
- Accessibility
There is an accessible route around the grounds and gardens, suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. The ground floor of the castle is accessible via a ramp at the main entrance.
- Other
Event ticket does not include admission fee to the site. Normal admission prices will apply as usual. You will need to either pay admission, or show a valid membership card on arrival.
Upcoming events
Winter weekday guided house tours
On winter weekdays, join our knowledgeable volunteers for a guided tour of the castle. Tours are twice a day and numbers are limited on a first come first served basis.
Croft's 1920s Christmas mystery
A priceless family heirloom has vanished during the party preparations - can you figure out who's responsible for it's disappearance?
Wreath making
Join Senior Gardener Jon and his team for a wreath making workshop in the glasshouse at Croft Castle.