Dogs are allowed on the light up trail providing they are always on a lead, and you pick up any dog mess. Please be aware the event attracts lots of people and this combined with electricity cables and loudspeakers at doggy level can make it dangerous for your furry friends.
Toilets are available along the Light Up Trail
Drones are not permitted.
Yes, you are welcome to photograph the light up trail and share on social media. Please use #ChristmasatCowdray #lightuptrails
Accessible toilets are located on the Light Up Trail. They are clearly marked, and our stewards can direct you. First Aid is on site but please ensure you bring all medication and a trained carer to administer it.
The light up trail is approximately 1 mile long and you should expect your journey to take 60 to 90 minutes to fully appreciate it. Joy Village also has a selection of delicious festive treats on sale which may extend your stay with us. The light up trail closes at 10:00pm. The Midhurst Rother College Car Park closes at 10:00pm so please give yourselves enough time to get back to your car park to avoid being locked in.
In some areas the lighting will be low level so you can enjoy the light art experience. You are welcome to bring along a torch in case of an emergency. The trail is not covered and the weather maybe inclement. Please wear appropriate clothing for the British winter weather.
Christmas at Cowdray presented by Light Up Trails is a spectacular, magical, mile long interactive, outdoor light and sound trail that takes place on the Cowdray Estate in front of the Cowdray Ruins, Midhurst, West Sussex, GU29 9AL. You will see a series of carefully designed light and sound installations, some that are interactive as you follow the path around the Cowdray Estate. For more information click here (link to about Christmas at Cowdray)
The entirety of the light up trail is outdoors and contains some small climbs and small descents. Please wear suitable outdoor footwear for the Great British winter weather. We reserve the right to refuse inappropriately clothed patrons’ access to the trail. White designer trainers are not advised. Wellies and winter boots are highly recommended.
All customers must exit the reserved car park no later than 2 hours from entry. Pre-Paid Car Parking is for two hours from arrival. The light trail will close by 10pm.
The light up trail begins in front of the Cowdray Ruins, Midhurst, Cowdray Heritage Trust, Eastbourne, Midhurst, West Sussex, GU29 9AL.
