CHRISTMAS LIGHT TRAILS
Illuminated 2026
4 to 22 Dec 2026, National Remembrance Gardens, Croxall Road.
An evening storytelling trail through the Gardens using light, sound and colour, with a route telling stories from the Gardens' first 25 years. There are relaxed sessions and hot food and drink along the route.
| Dates | 4 to 22 Dec 2026 |
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| Times | Entry every 30 minutes from 4.30pm to 6.30pm (7pm on peak evenings); stay as long as you like until the site closes |
| Where | National Remembrance Gardens, Croxall Road DE13 7AR Open in Maps |
| Access | Mostly hard paths with temporary trackway on softer ground; wheelchairs and mobility scooters can be hired in advance; relaxed sessions at 4.30pm on 9, 13 and 15 December. |
| Food and Drink | Hot food and drinks along the route, and treats in the restaurant. |
| Organiser | The Royal British Legion (National Remembrance Gardens, the former National Memorial Arboretum). Official page |
| Hotels | Hotels near Alrewas affiliate |
Checked against Royal British Legion National Remembrance Gardens, 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 Spotted something out of date?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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