CHRISTMAS LIGHT TRAILS
A Nutcracker's Christmas at Hever Castle 2026
20 Nov 2026 to 2 Jan 2027, Hever Castle and Gardens, near Edenbridge.
A Nutcracker-themed Christmas at the castle, with a daytime trail and a Twilight visit when the castle, gardens and lake are lit up with colour and music. There is also a fairground and an optional visit to Father Christmas.
| Dates | 20 Nov 2026 to 2 Jan 2027 |
|---|---|
| Days | Open on the listed dates; lights experience from 4pm on days that stay open into the evening |
| Times | Twilight tickets: entry slots every 15 minutes from 4pm, last exit 8.30pm (daytime visit from 11.30am on most dates) |
| Where | Hever Castle and Gardens, near Edenbridge TN8 7NG Open in Maps |
| Booking | Booking is advised. Book on the official site |
| Organiser | Hever Castle & Gardens. Official page |
| At or Near Here | Hever Christmas Fair, 6 Nov 2026 |
| Hotels | Hotels near Edenbridge affiliate |
Checked against Hever Castle & Gardens, 21 October 2026; Hever Castle & Gardens (Live It ticketing), 21 October 2026. Times and prices can change: check the official page before you set off. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
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