About the trail
A flat, family-friendly festive light trail at Old Down Estate near Bristol with a lit adventure park and free marshmallow toasting. It is a dog-friendly venue that welcomes well-behaved dogs on a lead, with a quieter reduced-capacity session on Monday 14 December.
Bringing your dog
- Dogs welcome every night, on a lead
- Quiet session: Monday 14 December 2026 reduced-capacity, lower-noise session
- Dog-friendly venue; dogs welcome on a lead at all times
- Please clean up after your dog
- Flat trail you can loop until 8pm
Dog policy and dates last checked: 1 October 2026 · from the venue's own website. Dog nights change each year, so confirm before you travel.
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Getting there
Festive Illumination Trail (Old Down Estate) is in Tockington, Gloucestershire. Tap below for turn-by-turn directions.
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Can I bring my dog to Festive Illumination Trail (Old Down Estate)?
Yes. Festive Illumination Trail (Old Down Estate) is a dog-friendly Christmas light trail in Tockington, Gloucestershire. Pet dogs are welcome every night, on a lead. On a lead at all times.
Is there a quiet session at Festive Illumination Trail (Old Down Estate)?
Monday 14 December 2026 reduced-capacity, lower-noise session. Quiet or sensory sessions have fewer people and lower volume, which can suit a nervous dog.
When is Festive Illumination Trail (Old Down Estate) on?
December 2026 season. Dates and dog nights change each year, so check the trail's own booking page before you travel.
Are dogs allowed off the lead at Festive Illumination Trail (Old Down Estate)?
No. On a lead at all times. Light trails are dark and busy with fire features and crowds, so keep your dog close and well back from flames and lit water.