
Winter Illuminations
Discover the magic Yorkshire Wildlife Park’s Winter Illuminations, the most MAGICAL winter lantern trail. Explore the park after dark and the 3km illuminated trail featuring bespoke lanterns, incredible light displays and seasonal selfie spots. Winter Illuminations is one of the UK's most magical Christmas light experiences and perfect for all the family or a festive date idea!
15th - 16th Nov 2025
21st - 23rd Nov 2025
27th - 30th Nov 2025
4th - 7th Dec 2025
11th - 24th Dec 2025
26th Dec 2025 - 3rd Jan 2026
10th Jan 2026

✨New for 2025✨
Step into a truly spellbinding new chapter of Winter Illuminations with our brand new for 2025 area - The Wizard’s Quest!
Prepare for enchanting excitement as you explore a magical world of mystical lights, enchanted creatures, wise old Wizards and the wicked Snow Queen. Christmas magic isn't the only thing at Yorkshire Wildlife Park this festive season.Â
Get your wands at the ready as you take an illuminated trip to the Warthogs School for Young Wizards & Witches as we take a journey on the ultimate festive fantasy!
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Go WILD
Make the most from your festivities and add park entry - all day access to see some of the most incredible and endangered animals at the Wildlife Park, before the light switch on! Explore from 9:45am, then return again to experience the park after dark. The perfect way to enjoy a full day of festive adventure for all ages.
Add your Park entry bolt on when booking your Winter Illuminations ticket.

Seasonal stay-cation
- Overnight stay at Hex Wildlife Hotel
- Breakfast at Wilds Cafè Bistro
- 1 day entry to the Park
- Entry to Winter Illuminations on the 1st day of your arrival
Make your Winter Illuminations experience a hexcellent stay-cation with an overnight stay at our on-site accommodation!
Use promo code "EARLYBIRD"
Valid for stays between 15/11/25 - 10/01/26 on select dates.
Food & Drink
Stop off for seasonal sipping or get your paws on sensational snack at the food and drink outlets located around the Winter Illuminations route.
With a range of butterscotch beers, potion cocktails and mischievous mocktails you're sure to be in a world of magic!
Tsavo Grand Hall, located halfway around your enchanting illuminated journey, is the perfect spot to pause and dig into some delicious savoury delights.
Fancy something bigger & want to get out of the chilly winter air?
Why not swing by The Yorkshire Hive eateries before of after your winter wonderland wander!

Flex your festivities
By adding on a Flexi Ticket at checkout, you get the peace of mind that the typical British weather or a seasonal flu won't ruin your magical experience.
Flexi Tickets only count if you want to move your date. Should the event be cancelled, your Flexi Ticket will still be eligible.
Under 3s do not require a Flexi Ticket.