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Glow Wild – Wakehurst

Wakehurst · West Sussex

Glow Wild – Wakehurst is a light trails day out at Wakehurst · West Sussex for all ages. Dates: 26 Nov – 2 Jan 2027. Price: From £12.70.

Some details are still being checked. Confirm with the organiser before you go.

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Advance booking essential; tickets sold via Fever.

Dates
26 Nov – 2 Jan 2027
Ages
All ages; child tickets ages 4-16; under-4s free.
Price
From £12.70
How long
Approx. 1 hour
Energy
Moderate
Setting
Outdoors · Weather-dependent
Getting there
Haywards Heath (10 min drive).
Tickets
On sale

About

Winter lantern and light trail through Kew's wild botanic garden in Sussex, with relaxed early sessions.

Ideal for: Families in south London and Sussex wanting a calmer, nature-led light trail.

  • Christmas holidays
  • Whole family
  • Evening out
  • With grandparents

When and booking

Schedule
31 nights 26 Nov 2026-2 Jan 2027; entry slots 4.15pm to about 8pm, closes by 10pm. Adult-only slots 11, 12, 18, 19 Dec.
Times
Entry slots from 4pm to 8:15pm.

Prices

Adults
Off-peak £21 / standard £25.50 / peak £28; Any Day ticket £45
Children
Off-peak £14.50 / standard £18.50 / peak £19.50 (ages 4-16)
Family ticket
Off-peak £67.50 / standard £83.50 / peak £90.75 (2+2)
Family of four (est.)
£67.50
Under-age free
Under 4s go free
Memberships & discounts
Kew members discounted; essential companions free.

Access and SEN

  • Wheelchair access
  • Pushchair-friendly
  • Baby change
  • SEN / relaxed sessions

Relaxed sessions every evening at 4pm; Reduced Sensory sessions 29 Nov, 4, 9, 17 Dec and 1 Jan at 4pm; essential companions free.

Fully accessible; hard standing/flat gravel paths; accessible toilets and baby changing at Visitor Centre, Schools Entrance, and Stables Kitchen. Mobility scooters available to book.

Good to know

What to bring
Warm clothing
Food and allergies
Seeds Cafe and Stables Kitchen available.
Parking
Free on-site parking.
Address
Ardingly, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6TN
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What they'll learn

Links to: Nature & science.

Questions families ask

What age is Glow Wild for?
All ages; child tickets ages 4-16; under-4s free.
How much does Glow Wild cost?
Adults: Off-peak £21 / standard £25.50 / peak £28; Any Day ticket £45. Children: Off-peak £14.50 / standard £18.50 / peak £19.50 (ages 4-16). Family: Off-peak £67.50 / standard £83.50 / peak £90.75 (2+2). Under-4s go free. Prices are as the organiser lists them; check when you book.
When is Glow Wild on?
26 Nov – 2 Jan 2027. 31 nights 26 Nov 2026-2 Jan 2027; entry slots 4.15pm to about 8pm, closes by 10pm. Adult-only slots 11, 12, 18, 19 Dec.
How long does Glow Wild take?
Approx. 1 hour.
Where is Glow Wild and how do we get there?
Wakehurst, Ardingly, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6TN. Nearest station: Haywards Heath (10 min drive).
Is Glow Wild wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the organiser says it is wheelchair accessible. Fully accessible; hard standing/flat gravel paths; accessible toilets and baby changing at Visitor Centre, Schools Entrance, and Stables Kitchen. Mobility scooters available to book.
Is Glow Wild good for children with SEN?
Yes: there are dedicated relaxed or SEN sessions. Relaxed sessions every evening at 4pm; Reduced Sensory sessions 29 Nov, 4, 9, 17 Dec and 1 Jan at 4pm; essential companions free.
Is Glow Wild good for a rainy day?
It's outdoors, so dress for the weather.

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