Winter Light Trail + Welcome from Santa

Tingley Garden Centre
Available from 15 November 2025 to 27 November 2025

Spend Christmas in Tingley at Grass Hoppers Winter Light Trail in Leeds

Watch Tingley Garden Centre transform into a glowing wonderland of light, colour and festive joy this Christmas as the team have joined forces with Enlightened Moments to create a spectacular walk-through experience bursting with dazzling displays, interactive features and moments of pure Christmas magic!

  • Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages!
  • Duration: Allow 45 minutes to 1 hour to complete the trail
  • Location: Tingley Garden Centre, Thorpe Ln, Tingley, Leeds WF3 1SL
  • Tickets include: Access to Winter Light Trail, Crafts, Photo Opportunities, Free festive gift with every Child Ticket
  • Please note: All visitors must have a ticket.

Discover Tingley Garden Centre's Winter Light Trail

Featuring ten themed zones - each bursting with light, colour and festive cheer - interactive games, festive food and a keepsake item from Santa with every Child ticket, Grass Hoppers Winter Light Trail is a joyful adventure for all ages! 

  • Festive Tunnel: A 20m LED tunnel with stars, snowflakes & candy canes - perfect for photos
  • Naughty or Nice: Press the red button to see if you're on Santa’s nice list
  • Fire & Ice: A glowing winter world with shimmering reindeer
  • Land of Enchantment: Woodland magic with fairy doors, sprites & a Wishing Wall
  • Interactive Putting: Sink the ball to trigger lights & sounds - mini golf with a festive twist
  • Bauble Archway: Walk through oversized baubles framed in sparkling lights
  • Interactive Stepping Stones: Hop across 30 glowing stones - fun for little feet!
  • Chime Time: Ring bells in time to create festive melodies
  • Vortex: A swirling light tunnel inspired by Santa’s magical portal
  • Stop It! Game: Test your reflexes in a glowing lakeside challenge

Enjoy free gifts, feasts and photo opportunities at Grass Hoppers Winter Light Trail

Grass Hoppers Winter Light Trail is more than just a festive walk in the woods - it's a Christmas experience, complete with a visit from Santa Claus himself. Every child ticket includes a free keepsake gift that you can take home!

  • Santa’s Welcome & Keepsake: Start your journey with a festive welcome and receive an exclusive Arthur Bear keychain - a cuddly 10cm bear dressed in a red scarf
  • Festive Feasts & Crafts: Warm up with seasonal treats and get hands-on with Christmas crafts in cosy corners along the trail
  • Photo Opportunities: Capture magical moments throughout the trail - ideal for festive memories and social sharing 
  • Partnered With Enlightened: The trail is designed by Enlightened, known for creating stunning light experiences across the UK

Ready to celebrate Christmas in the ultimate winter wonderland? Book Winter Light Trail tickets today and have them delivered instantly via email & SMS. 

Location

Tingley Garden Centre,

Thorpe Ln,
Tingley,
Leeds,
WF3 1SL
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How to find us

what3words: tribe.caring.acted

  • Located off Thorpe Lane in Tingley, South Leeds
  • 5 minutes away from the M1/M62 Lofthouse Interchange
Facilities
  • Wheelchair accessible
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Is Grass Hoppers Winter Light Trail at Tingley Garden Centre wheelchair accessible?

The trail has been designed to be accessible for wheelchair users and visitors with pushchairs, however there are some zones that may include uneven ground, natural surfaces or softer terrain, especially during wet weather.

  • Parts of the experience take place in the Woodland Den, which may be difficult to access with wheelchairs, pushchairs, or trolleys.
  • A designated viewing area is available on the hillside above, offering a view of this zone.
  • Certain interactive elements along the trail may involve steps, inclines, or physical activities. These may require additional assistance for visitors with limited mobility.
How do tickets work for Tingley Garden Centre's light trail?

When you book tickets for Tingley Garden Centre's Winter Light Trail, you will be directed to select a timeslot.

  • Please arrive at the time stated on your ticket
  • Entry times are staggered every 5, 10, or 15 minutes from the event opening time, depending on whether it is a Peak or Off-Peak day
  • If you arrive early, you will not be admitted before your timed ticket slot. You will be turned away to ensure smooth entry for guests who have booked that timeslot
  • Re-entry is not permitted
  • There are different ticket prices for different days and times. Ticket pricing can be found on your chosen day and time
  • All children require a ticket. Visitors aged 13-17 will be charged a teen rate and will not receive a festive keepsake
  • Adults aged 18+ must purchase an adult ticket
  • Babies under 12 months go free, but a ticket must still be selected at checkout to help manage capacity
  • Tickets are limited for each timeslot, so must be pre-booked to guarantee entry and avoid disappointment
Is the Winter Light Trail at Tingley Garden Centre suitable for children?

Yes, Tingley Garden Centre's Winter Light Trail is suitable for all ages!

  • All children require a ticket. Visitors aged 13-17 will be charged a teen rate and will not receive a festive keepsake
  • Adults aged 18+ must purchase an adult ticket
  • Babies under 12 months go free, but a ticket must still be selected at checkout to help manage capacity
  • If a visitor wishes to receive a festive keepsake, they must be booked under a child ticket regardless of age
  • Please keep to the illuminated pathways at all times and keep track of younger visitors
  • There will be pulsating and flashing lights across all sections of the light trail. Customers with motion sensitivity are also advised there are sections of the train with slow motion lighting effect
Is there food and drink available at the Winter Light Trail at Tingley Garden Centre?

Refreshments are not included in ticket prices, but there are a fantastic variety of food vendors onsite that accept both cash and card payments

Where can I get the cheapest tickets for the Winter Light Trail at Tingley Garden Centre?

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