✨️ Experience an all-new Illuminated experience at Ashridge House, inspired by the beloved Christmas poem ‘A Visit from St. Nicholas’ by Clement Clarke Moore.

🗓 2026 OPENING DATES
▪️20th - 22nd November
▪️26th - 29th November
▪️2nd - 6th December
▪️9th - 24th December
▪️26th - 31st December
▪️1st - 2nd January 2027

🕓 TIMES
The first entry varies between 4pm & 4.30pm and the last entry varies between 7.30pm & 8pm, depending on your chosen visit date.

🌟 EVENT DETAILS
Follow a reimagined trail through the historic Ashridge Estate, where enchanting light, sound and storytelling bring festive wonder to life at every turn.

As Hertfordshire's largest Christmas light trail, Illuminated 2026 unveils brand-new installations, spectacular projection transforming the House, and immersive moments designed to delight all ages.

🎁 MARKET
Before or after your journey, explore our expanded and newly located Christmas market, featuring seasonal treats, warming drinks and Christmas shopping.

👣 HOW LONG WILL THE TRAIL TAKE?
You can explore the trail at your own pace, enjoying the installations as quickly or slowly as you like. On average, the trail will take approximately 60-75 minutes.

ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY INFO
This outdoor event features light installations placed at various points around our Grade II* listed gardens. We have taken every step to make as many areas as possible accessible to visitors. However, due to the scale and nature of the gardens and grounds, we cannot always guarantee full accessibility. 

Please be aware the trail includes bright flashing lights, busy crowds, music & pyrotechnics.

🐶 DOG FRIENDLY DAYS
▪️Wednesday & Thursday's

🎟 TICKET COST FROM:
▪️Adult: £24.50
▪️Child (4-16): £15.40
▪️Senior (65+): £22.00
▪️Family of 4: £72.00
▪️Under 4's: FREE
▪️Carer: FREE

*Prices vary by date and time. Peak, standard, and off-peak rates apply.

👸 Showing at Grove Theatre this December 2026 & January 2027; Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs.

🎭 EVENT DETAILS
Don’t miss our spectacular family pantomime, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, starring Eastenders Legend, Natalie Cassidy as the Wicked Queen, ‘He’s a Gladiator’ Quang Luong as Boris Von Vindscreen VIPER, plus Dunstable favourite, Will Kenning as Nurse Nellie, Oliver Scott as Muddles, plus Zain Abrahams, Luke Walsh and Kira Maccarter!

Once again, the show will be written by Paul Hendy and produced by Evolution Productions, the same award-winning team that brought you the smash hit, The All New Adventures of Peter Pan!

This fun-filled festive treat promises to be packed with unforgettable thrills, stunning sets and hilarious jokes.

Book now to secure your seats for the funniest, fairest and most magical pantomime of them all!

👋 Signed Performance:
Monday 28 December 2026, 3pm
😌 Relaxed Performance:
Wednesday 30 December 2026, 2pm
🗣 Audio Described Performance: 
Sunday 3 January 2027, 1pm

🗓 2026 & 2027 DATES
▪️4th December - 6th December
▪️8th December - 9th December
▪️11th December - 16th December
▪️18th December - 24th December
▪️26th December - 31st December
▪️2nd January - 3rd January

🎟 TICKETS COST: From £18.00
Tickets vary in cost on seating and days, please refer to the Grove Theatre website for more info and pricing via the event link.

NOTE: A £3.50 transaction fee will be applied to your booking. You can book via the event link.

♿ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Tickets can be not booked online please phone the box office.

☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01582 60 20 80