Land of Lights at Gulliver's Valley
Spectacular outdoor lantern trail and festive light display.
Updated 1st November 2026
Brighten up winter evenings as the breathtaking Land of Lights festival returns to illuminate Gulliver's Valley Resort in South Yorkshire!
Featuring thousands of handcrafted, glowing lantern displays stretching across vast outdoor trail zones, this giant light spectacle brings mythical worlds, luminous animals, and festive magic to life for visitors of all ages.
Set within the grounds of the theme park resort in Rotherham, Land of Lights combines immersive soundscapes, dazzling light tunnels, and gigantic silk lanterns into a self-guided mile-long walking adventure. Early bird tickets start from just Β£12 online for a limited time.
Trail Highlights & Ho Ho Glow Packages ππ¦
What you can look forward to at Land of Lights 2026/2027:
- Giant Illuminated Sculptures: Walk among colossal lanterns featuring enchanted creatures, seasonal wonderlands, and vibrant silk creations.
- Ho Ho Glow Christmas Package: Combine your trail admission with Gulliver's complete Christmas experience, including a virtual North Pole flight on Santa's Enchanted Elevator, Santa's Grotto, and the Elf Workshop.
- Interactive Light Zones: Walk-through tunnel displays, glowing step pads, and atmospheric music paired with every display area.
- Festive Food & Drinks: Enjoy seasonal hot food, roasted marshmallows, hot chocolates, and warming treats along the trail.
- Pram & Wheelchair Friendly: Set entirely on accessible, smooth footpaths around the park grounds.
Popular Dog-Friendly Evenings πΆπ
Following record demand, Land of Lights features dedicated dog-friendly evenings held primarily on Sundays throughout the season:
π Bring Your Four-Legged Family Members
Four-legged family members are welcome to join their owners along the illuminated trail on special Sunday dog-friendly nights. With the Ho Ho Glow dog package, canine guests can even join a visit to Santa's Grotto where every dog receives a festive Christmas gift directly from Santa!
DOG-FRIENDLY EVENTPlan Your Visit π
Key information for booking your visit to Land of Lights:
Tickets & Booking
EARLY BIRD FROM Β£12Timed entry tickets must be booked online in advance. Limited early bird tickets start at Β£12 online at landoflights.co.uk.
2026/2027 Season Dates
14th November 2026 β 30th January 2027
β’ Open select evenings from 4:30pm onwards.
β’ Dog-Friendly Nights: Selected Sundays throughout the run.
Duration
Plan for around 60 to 90 minutes to stroll the trail at a relaxed pace and enjoy food stops.
Free Parking
Ample free parking is available on-site for all event ticket holders.
Getting There πΊοΈ
π Location Address:
Gulliver's Valley Resort, Mansfield Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S26 5QW
π Driving & Motorway Access
Conveniently located off Junction 31 of the M1, making it easily accessible from Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, and Barnsley.
π Public Transport
Nearest railway stations are Kiveton Park and Sheffield, with taxi connections directly to the main resort gates.
Hosting a Santa Grotto or Xmas Market?
Book your winter event listing early to capture peak ticket sales across Yorkshire.