About the trail
A new-for-2026 mile-long after-dark Christmas light trail winding through Leicester's Abbey Park and the floodlit ruins of St Mary's Abbey, with up to 14 illuminated zones and a Christmas Village. Dogs are welcome on a lead every night, with two quieter neuro-inclusive evenings on 2 and 9 December. The flat tarmac route is wheelchair and buggy friendly.
Bringing your dog
- Dogs welcome every night, on a lead
- Quiet session: Neuro-inclusive evenings with reduced capacity and lowered audio on Wednesday 2 and Wednesday 9 December 2026
- Well-behaved dogs welcome every night on a lead
- Dogs should be comfortable with crowds, loud noises and fire
- A flat, wheelchair-friendly tarmac route
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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Northern Lights Leicester (Abbey Park) is in Leicester, Leicestershire. Tap below for turn-by-turn directions.
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Can I bring my dog to Northern Lights Leicester (Abbey Park)?
Yes. Northern Lights Leicester (Abbey Park) is a dog-friendly Christmas light trail in Leicester, Leicestershire. Pet dogs are welcome every night, on a lead. On a lead at all times.
Is there a quiet session at Northern Lights Leicester (Abbey Park)?
Neuro-inclusive evenings with reduced capacity and lowered audio on Wednesday 2 and Wednesday 9 December 2026. Quiet or sensory sessions have fewer people and lower volume, which can suit a nervous dog.
When is Northern Lights Leicester (Abbey Park) on?
New for 2026; mile-long trail through Abbey Park and St Mary's Abbey ruins. 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 Northern Lights Leicester (Abbey Park)?
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.