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      Welcome to Winter Forest Lights

       

       

      Shake off the winter blues and enjoy an unforgettable experience at Center Parcs from Monday 8 January until Sunday 25 February 2024. Explore The Wishlight Village, gaze up at dazzling light displays in the Enchanted Light Garden and discover immersive and innovative experiences for all ages. Make friends with our playful pixies, enjoy exciting activities and try delicious winter warmers at Forest Fayre.

      Ready to make the most of your Winter Forest Lights break? Here’s everything you need to know before you go.

       

      What's included in your break

      You’ll be given an arrival guide when you arrive at Center Parcs. Keep it handy – this contains details about all the experiences you can enjoy at no extra cost during your break, such as:

       

      NEW Celebration of Light

      Watch in awe as illuminated performers light up the forest in our new Celebration of Light.

      When: Tuesday and Saturday from dusk until 6.30pm

      Where: The Wishlight Village

       

      NEW Wildlight Encounter

      See wildlife in a whole new light! LED fans and 3D holographic technology bring wildlife to life with light in this new, innovative experience for all ages.

       

      NEW Light up the Forest

      Cycle at the speed of light or spin the wheel to make the lights glow around you in these new interactive experiences.

       

      Enchanted Light Garden

      Wrap up warm as you wander through thousands of twinkling lights and bright bursts of colour. 

      When: Open 4pm - 9pm every evening

      Where: The Wishlight Village

       

      Winter Storytime in the Tipi

      Watch our friendly storyteller bring the characters from our storybooks to life in this free storytime session. Don’t miss out – places must be booked in advance!

      When: 2.30pm, 3.15pm and 4pm on Wednesday and Sunday

      Where: Tipi in The Wishlight Village

      Book now

       

      UV Leisure Bowl Disco

      Dust off your dancing shoes and enjoy this free, fun disco. Top tip, wear something white if you want to really shine under the UV lights!

      When: From 6pm on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday

      Where: Leisure Bowl

      You’ll be given an arrival guide when you arrive at Center Parcs. Keep it handy – this contains details about all the experiences you can enjoy at no extra cost during your break, such as:

       

      NEW Celebration of Light

      Watch in awe as illuminated performers light up the forest in our new Celebration of Light.

      When: Tuesday and Saturday from dusk until 6.30pm

      Where: The Wishlight Village

       

      NEW Wildlight Encounter

      See wildlife in a whole new light! LED fans and 3D holographic technology bring wildlife to life with light in this new, innovative experience for all ages.

       

      NEW Light up the Forest

      Cycle at the speed of light or spin the wheel to make the lights glow around you in these new interactive experiences.

       

      Enchanted Light Garden

      Wrap up warm as you wander through thousands of twinkling lights and bright bursts of colour.

      When: Open 4pm - 9pm every evening

      Where: The Wishlight Village

       

      Winter Storytime in the Tipi

      Watch our friendly storyteller bring the characters from our storybooks to life in this free storytime session. Don’t miss out – places must be booked in advance!

      When: 2.30pm, 3.15pm and 4pm on Wednesday and Sunday

      Where: Tipi in The Wishlight Village

      Book now

      You’ll be given an arrival guide when you arrive at Center Parcs. Keep it handy – this contains details about all the experiences you can enjoy at no extra cost during your break, such as:

       

      NEW Celebration of Light

      Watch in awe as illuminated performers light up the forest in our new Celebration of Light.

      When: Tuesday and Saturday from dusk until 6.30pm

      Where: The Wishlight Village

       

      NEW Wildlight Encounter

      See wildlife in a whole new light! LED fans and 3D holographic technology bring wildlife to life with light in this new, innovative experience for all ages.

       

      NEW Light up the Forest

      Cycle at the speed of light or spin the wheel to make the lights glow around you in these new interactive experiences.

       

      Enchanted Light Garden

      Wrap up warm as you wander through thousands of twinkling lights and bright bursts of colour. 

      When: Open 4pm - 9pm every evening

      Where: The Wishlight Village

       

      Winter Storytime in the Tipi

      Watch our friendly storyteller bring the characters from our storybooks to life in this free storytime session. Don’t miss out – places must be booked in advance!

      When: 2.30pm, 3.15pm and 4pm on Wednesday and Sunday

      Where: Tipi in The Wishlight Village

      Book now

       

      UV Leisure Bowl Disco

      Dust off your dancing shoes and enjoy this free, fun disco. Top tip, wear something white if you want to really shine under the UV lights!

      When: From 6pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday

      Where: Leisure Bowl

      You’ll be given an arrival guide when you arrive at Center Parcs. Keep it handy – this contains details about all the experiences you can enjoy at no extra cost during your break, such as:

       

      NEW Celebration of Light

      Watch in awe as illuminated performers light up the forest in our new Celebration of Light.

      When: Tuesday and Saturday from dusk until 6.30pm

      Where: The Wishlight Village

       

      NEW Wildlight Encounter

      See wildlife in a whole new light! LED fans and 3D holographic technology bring wildlife to life with light in this new, innovative experience for all ages.

       

      NEW Light up the Forest

      Cycle at the speed of light or spin the wheel to make the lights glow around you in these new interactive experiences.

       

      Enchanted Light Garden

      Wrap up warm as you wander through thousands of twinkling lights and bright bursts of colour.

      When: Open 4pm - 9pm every evening

      Where: The Wishlight Village

       

      Winter Storytime in the Tipi

      Watch our friendly storyteller bring the characters from our storybooks to life in this free storytime session. Don’t miss out – places must be booked in advance!

      When: 2.30pm, 3.15pm and 4pm on Wednesday and Sunday

      Where: Tipi in The Wishlight Village

      Book now

       

      UV Leisure Bowl Disco

      Dust off your dancing shoes and enjoy this free, fun disco. Top tip, wear something white if you want to really shine under the UV lights!

      When: From 6pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday

      Where: Leisure Bowl

      You’ll be given an arrival guide when you arrive at Center Parcs. Keep it handy – this contains details about all the experiences you can enjoy at no extra cost during your break, such as:

       

      NEW Celebration of Light

      Watch in awe as illuminated performers light up the forest in our new Celebration of Light.

      When: Tuesday and Saturday from dusk until 6.30pm

      Where: The Wishlight Village

       

      NEW Wildlight Encounter

      See wildlife in a whole new light! LED fans and 3D holographic technology bring wildlife to life with light in this new, innovative experience for all ages.

       

      NEW Light up the Forest

      Cycle at the speed of light or spin the wheel to make the lights glow around you in these new interactive experiences.

       

      Enchanted Light Garden

      Wrap up warm as you wander through thousands of twinkling lights and bright bursts of colour.

      When: Open 4pm - 9pm every evening

      Where: The Wishlight Village

       

      Winter Storytime in the Tipi

      Watch our friendly storyteller bring the characters from our storybooks to life in this free storytime session. Don’t miss out – places must be booked in advance!

      When: 2.30pm, 3.15pm and 4pm on Wednesday and Sunday

      Where: Tipi in The Wishlight Village

      Book now

       

      Winter Forest Lights activities

      Discover exciting, creative or relaxing winter-themed activities and make special memories together. From the Frosty Forest Discovery Trail to Frosty Cupcake Decorating, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy.

      View all activities

       

      Activities for little ones

      Beacon's Owl Crafts

      Beacon's Owl Crafts

      Discover a fun and creative owl-themed session! You and your little ones will create three owl-inspired masterpieces and hear the enchanting story behind the Winter Forest Lights. Ages 3 to 9 years. Available at all locations.

      Winter Cookie Decorating

      Winter Cookie Decorating

      Let your little ones get creative in this fun session led by our pixies and fairies. They'll decorate some delicious cookies and finish the session with an enchanting winter story. Ages 3 to 9 years. Available at all locations.

      Messy Owls

      Messy Owls

      Get stuck in with lots of squidging, sticking and splashing fun in this owl-themed activity. Our Activity Den is packed with creative play stations where you can get messy together. Ages 18 months to 5 years. Available at all locations.

      Glow in the Dark Face Painting

      Glow in the Dark Face Painting

      Join us in the Tipi and get your face painted by one of our pixie or fairy friends, using special UV paints for a spectacular glow in the dark look - perfect for The Wishlight Village. Minimum age 2 years. Available at all locations.

      Activities for older ones

      Enchanted Willow Weaving

      Enchanted Willow Weaving

      Learn how to weave delicate willow fronds into a beautifully illuminated willow ornament decked out with fairy lights to brighten up your home during the winter months. Minimum age 8 years. Available at all locations.

      Frosty Cupcake Decorating

      Frosty Cupcake Decorating

      Piping bags at the ready as you learn some professional, impressive techniques for decorating and embellishing a box of six winter-themed cupcakes. Minimum age 8 years. Available at all locations.

      Aqua Jet and Glow

      Aqua Jet and Glow

      Twist and turn like a fish through our magically glowing pool on the miniature Seadoos submersibles. You’ll learn plenty of new skills as you navigate the water in this low-light activity. Minimum age 8 years. Available at all locations.

      Glow Table Tennis

      Glow Table Tennis

      Whether you’re a pro or a keen amateur, dashing around the table with ping pong paddles is always a lot of fun, but have you ever played the game in the dark? Available at all locations.

      Activities for the whole family

      Frosty Forest Discovery Trail

      Frosty Forest Discovery Trail

      Weave your way through the winter woodland, following the map to find the clues and solve the puzzles. Learn all about the fascinating forest in this outdoor family experience. Suitable for the whole family. Available at all locations.

      Beacon Owl Experience

      Beacon Owl Experience

      Get up close and personal with Beacon the Owl, the star of the Winter Forest Lights story. Supervised by our expert handlers, you’ll hold Beacon and his owl friends and learn all about these amazing creatures. Minimum age 3 years. Available at Longleat Forest and Sherwood Forest.

      Twilight Nature Walk

      Twilight Nature Walk

      Join us on a twilight nature walk and discover which creatures are out in the forest after dusk. Binoculars at the ready - and keep an eye out for those woodland creatures! Minimum age 5 years. Available at all locations.

      Moonlit Adventure Golf - 9 hole

      Moonlit Adventure Golf - 9 hole

      Put your putting skills to the test on our Adventure Golf course under the stars! Tackle the challenges, take the tricky tests and see who gets the golfing glory out of your friends and family on our floodlit 9 hole course. Suitable for all ages. Available at Sherwood Forest, Longleat Forest and Whinfell Forest.

      Children taking part in Winter Quest

      Winter Quest

      The Winter Quest is an immersive, exploratory experience for the whole family. Solve clues, puzzles and riddles as you guide your way through the Lodge of Light to discover the secret forest cabin at the end, learning all about wildlife that call the winter forest home. 

      Book now

       

       

       

      Shops and food

      You can enjoy plenty of winter treats to help make your break extra special, available at an additional cost. If you’re feeling peckish, wrap up warm and head to Forest Fayre for savoury snacks and sweet treats. You can also purchase and take home our brand-new storybook, The Lost Wishlights. Little ones will love our cuddly characters, Beacon the Owl and Twiglet!

       

      Child taking part in wishlight quest

      Forest Fayre

      Indulge in delicious hot chocolates, tasty treats and sweet snacks in The Wishlight Village. Wrap up warm and enjoy on the go, or when you’re ready to take a break from exploring, cosy up in the Tipi. There’s no need to book, just turn up.