Parks & outdoors

The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail

Name: The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail
Start: 2026-10-22
End: 2027-01-03
Location: Arley Hall & Gardens

22 Oct 2026 – 3 Jan 202722 Oct 2026 - 3 Jan 2027 evenings; times and prices on Fever (organiser)
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Arley Hall & Gardens, Great Budworth, CheshireAbout 25 min drive from Timperley
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£10–25Tickets via Fever; price not confirmed
Good for most agesOutdoors

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An evening light trail through the gardens at Arley Hall based on Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, with Jack, Sally and Zero picked out in lights, large 3D sculptures and music from the film. The one-way woodland walk takes about 75 minutes and there's no re-entry, so wear comfortable shoes and dress for rain; buggies are advised for under-6s. Arrive 15 minutes before your slot, and book parking in advance as spaces are limited.

Good to know about Arley Hall & Gardens

Parking: On-site gravel car park, £4 per vehicle (cheaper booked online with tickets).
Buggies: Gardens have gravel and grass paths with some steep slopes; no lift in the Hall.
Food: The Gardener's Kitchen Café, plus picnic benches around the children's PlayZone.
Toilets: Accessible toilets on site.

From arleyhallandgardens.com, checked Mon 19 Oct 2026. Check before you travel.

Last checked Thu 15 Oct 2026. Things change, so check with the venue before you travel. Source: arleyhallandgardens.com. Report a problem

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£10–25Booking needed

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