Kent’s Most Magical Christmas Experience as Port Lympne Illuminated Returns…. Bigger Than Ever…. and you can stay if you want.
Tickets are now available to book for Port Lympne Illuminated which starts on 27th November this year, but the magic doesn’t have to end after the trail. This year, you can spend the night immersed in the magic at Port Lympne’s as part of an unforgettable overnight stay.
Returning for 2026, Port Lympne Illuminated promises to be bigger, brighter and more immersive than ever before. The 2026 trail will introduce brand-new installations featuring even more amazing animals, bringing fresh stories and visual spectacles to the experience. Guests can also look forward to a brand-new zone, extending the journey further, a reimagined Elf Disco and a truly exhilarating grand finale, designed to leave visitors with a lasting sense of wonder.With demand expected to soar following last year’s incredible success and glowing reviews, guests are encouraged to purchase tickets early to avoid disappointment and snap up the most popular dates. Tickets are on sale now: www.portlympneilluminated.com
Ticket prices start at £10 for kids, £19 for adults and £58 for a family ticket.
This year, guests can combine spectacular illuminated wildlife sculptures, enchanting festive experiences and luxury overnight stays that transform an evening visit into an unforgettable Christmas escape.
Whether families choose the brand-new Elfwood, an enchanting festive village hidden amongst the pine trees, book a magical Nightlights stay beside lions, giraffes or rhino, or indulge in the ultimate Luxury Christmas Package, every overnight guest becomes part of the experience.
While day visitors head home, overnight guests remain immersed in the magic, with illuminated trails on their doorstep and the extraordinary opportunity to wake up inside one of Britain’s leading wildlife reserves.
NEW for 2026 – ElfWood
Making its debut this Christmas is Elfwood, a magical festive transformation of Port Lympne’s popular Pinewood glamping village.
Hidden amongst the towering pine trees, mischievous hologram elves have sprinkled festive magic throughout the woodland, creating an enchanting Christmas village complete with twinkling festoon lighting, Christmas trees, marshmallow toasting around the firepit, festive films in the Christmas Clubhouse, an elf hunt and plenty of seasonal surprises.
Located opposite Port Lympne’s lion enclosure, Elfwood offers families the perfect festive sleepover, where cosy timber glamping pods become an enchanted woodland retreat just moments from the illuminated trail.
From £369 for up to four guests, the experience includes overnight accommodation, access to Port Lympne Illuminated, exclusive access to Port Lympne Reserve including truck safari and tickets to Howletts Wild Animal Park.
