About the trail
Wollaton Hall and Deer Park is transformed into a mile-long after-dark trail of walk-through light installations, immersive soundscapes and a fairytale zone. The whole route is dog-friendly every night, so your dog can pad along the illuminated path beside you. A food stop halfway and a Food Village at the end keep everyone warm, with quieter SEN sessions on selected early dates.
Bringing your dog
- Dogs welcome every night, on a lead
- Quiet session: SEN sessions with quieter soundscapes and earlier twilight times on selected early dates
- Welcome every night, on a lead and on the path throughout
- Owners must clean up after their dog and keep well away from the deer in the park
- A mile-long after-dark route with immersive soundscapes
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.
On the trail
Food & drink
Visiting
Getting there
Wollaton Winter Light Trail is in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire. Tap below for turn-by-turn directions.
Get directionsCommon questions
Can I bring my dog to Wollaton Winter Light Trail?
Yes. Wollaton Winter Light Trail is a dog-friendly Christmas light trail in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire. Pet dogs are welcome every night, on a lead. On a lead and on the path at all times.
Is there a quiet session at Wollaton Winter Light Trail?
SEN sessions with quieter soundscapes and earlier twilight times on selected early dates. Quiet or sensory sessions have fewer people and lower volume, which can suit a nervous dog.
When is Wollaton Winter Light Trail on?
25 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. 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 Wollaton Winter Light Trail?
No. On a lead and on the path 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.