Winter Illuminations - Light & Lantern Festival

Select dates throughout Winter

  • Brand NEW illuminations for 2024!
  • Light & Lantern Festival
  • Walk Around Experience
  • Fairground Rides
  • 3km magical trail
  • Selfie Spots
  • Festive fun for everyone

Book Winter Illuminations Tickets

Yorkshire's biggest and best winter light trail is back for 2024. Get ready to explore the park after dark enjoy the festive magic of over 3km of Lights and Lanterns! 🤩

Brand New for 2024
Around The World in 80 Days

Experience new illuminations for 2024 with in our brand new immersive Around The World in 80 Days adventure.  

Last year we took you out of this world, this year we're taking you Around The World In 80 Days for a fantastical adventure around the globe. Jump on our Hot Air Balloon and get ready for a magical, illuminated adventure across 6 continents! 🌍

*Gold Members can use their member pack voucher to book their FREE Winter Illuminations tickets. Select the standard ticket option and enter the voucher code at checkout.

With exciting themes from Under the Sea to a World of Fantasy, the park's light show has become a spectacular festive tradition.

Yorkshire Live

Had a fabulous experience at the Winter Illuminations at the Yorkshire Wildlife Park.  The illuminations were brilliant, amazing - fabulous! A different array of animals, flowers and imaginary creatures. I loved it.

Rated 5 out of 5

, Trip Advisor

The illuminations trail, which is largest light exhibit in Yorkshire, creates a memorable, atmospheric walk through the park, at Branton, Doncaster.

Manchester Evening News

Only one word can describe this event.... MAGICAL

Rated 5 out of 5

, Trip Advisor

Their Winter Illuminations and Lantern Trail is family fabulous.

Yorkshire Life

Great New Years Eve at the park, good to see the park in different seasons The Winter Illuminations were fantastic and have recommended to friends that have now booked tickets. So worth the visit

Rated 5 out of 5

, Trip Advisor

There will be catering outlets open along the route selling a variety of snacks and hot & cold drinks.

The eateries at The Yorkshire Hive will also be open but we advise booking in advance to avoid disappointment.

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On average we are expecting it to take around 90 minutes. The trail is a one-way circular route and is approximately 2.4km, or 1.5 miles.

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Day time park entry is not included in your Winter Illuminations Ticket. You can upgrade your ticket during the checkout process to include park entry for only £10pp or £12pp on Christmas Fair dates, which includes entry to the park and fair.

Daytime park tickets purchased along with Winter Illuminations entry are valid any time from 9:45am (until final entry at 2pm) on the day of your visit. We need to clear the park prior to opening the Winter Illuminations event each evening before letting guest back in at their allocated time slot.

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Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed on the park and pets cannot be left in vehicles in the car park.

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We recommend that all tickets need to be purchased in advance; key dates will sell out very quickly, so we suggest booking sooner rather than later!

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As this is a special event outside our usual opening hours, tickets for the Winter Illuminations are not included with Annual Memberships.

Members are of course welcome to make a reservation to visit during standard daytime opening hours throughout the winter season. 

If you are a Gold Annual Member, you will receive a voucher code for one free admission to this event.

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The Park is fully accessible for wheelchair users but please be aware that some areas may have uneven ground or be dimly lit. The full one-way circular route is flat and involves no steps or stairs.

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We have a limited number of manual wheelchairs available to pre-book free of charge. Click here to book.

Alternatively, you can hire a mobility scooter for a small fee per day. Click here to book a mobility scooter. Hire is for the full day from time of collection. 

Upon booking your wheelchair/mobility scooter you will be asked to choose a 10am time slot. This is a full day reservation which can be collected at any time.

If all wheelchairs and mobility scooters are fully booked on the day you are attending, please ask on arrival if we have any availability, however we cannot guarantee there will be any for you to hire, so please try to book in advance where possible.

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Adult Concession Ticket - A ticket for Seniors aged 65+ and Students with a valid Student ID Card.

Accessible Adult Ticket - A ticket for Adults aged 16+ living with a disability.

Accessible Child Ticket - A ticket for Children under the age of 16 living with a disability.

Accessible Adult Concession Ticket - A ticket for Seniors aged 65+ and Students with a valid Student ID Card living with a disability.

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Winter Illuminations and the park will close at no later than 9pm. Please ensure you enter within your allocated time slot to ensure you have plenty of time to see all the trail.

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Ticket Type
Standard Prices

Adult

 £26.00

Concession (Senior 65+/Student)

 £24.00

Child (age 3-15 years)

 £21.00

Child (under 3)

 FREE

Accessible Adult*

 £18.00

Accessible Concession (Senior 65+/Student)*

 £16.00

Accessible Child*

 £13.00

Official Carer*

 £8.00

 

 

Upgrades

Park Entry: £10pp
Park & Xmas Fair Entry: £12pp

 

Download the YWP app!

  • Interactive Map
  • Animal Guide
  • Audio Safari
  • Day Planner
  • Food & Drink
  • Park Info & much more!
  • PLUS, Winter Illuminations NIGHT MODE trail

Explore our interactive park map, plan the perfect day out, access key park info, navigate like a pro PLUS unlock fun interactive features to make your day extra WILD!

Looking for your favourite animal, on the hunt for a delicious feast or wanting some retail therapy? Search in the app for and get the most out of your WILD day out!

Don't Let the Hex-citement End!

Extend your winter adventure with an overnight stay at our park-adjacent Hex Wildlife Hotel! Book now to secure our HEX-CLUSIVE Early Bird package rate - available for a limited time only, and make amazing memories that will last a lifetime!

Package includes:

  • Overnight Stay
  • Delicious Breakfast
  • Day Entry to Yorkshire Wildlife Park
  • One Evening's Entry to Winter Illuminations
  • Complimentary WIFI
  • FREE Parking

Packages & Offers

Food & Drinks

DeLight in a warming range of food and drink to enjoy during your Winter Illuminations adventure. With plenty of refreshment stops along the route, perfect for picking pick up hot and cold drinks or maybe even some delicious treats. Looking for something a little more filling? Head to Masai Coffee House or iCaramba! for warming bites and delicious drinks.

Evolution Restaurant

Evolution Restaurant is the perfect place to dine before or after exploring Winter Illuminations! Immerse yourself in a unique themed restaurant experience filled with Dinosaurs and Dragons. Book your table in advance to avoid disappointment.

Evolution Restaurant

Wilds Cafe Bistro

Unwind in the welcoming surroundings of Wilds Café-Bistro. Kick back at this casual dining venue with an inviting atmosphere and great service, offering inspirational signature dishes in the bistro or a delightful snack at the bar.

Wilds Cafe Bistro

Event & show times subject to change.
*Food, drinks & fairground rides are chargeable extras.