Let it Glow: The RHS are lighting up their gardens this festive season

The RHS is lighting up its five iconic gardens with dazzling festive illuminations with the return of RHS Glow

This festive period, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is celebrating with RHS Glow. The UK’s leading garden charity is preparing to light up its five iconic gardens between 15 November 2024 – 5 January 2025.

The enchanting illuminations will return with new routes, each garden having its unique magical winter walk to celebrate its most spectacular and well-loved vistas. Visitors will have the chance to experience tree canopies, lakes and fountains, and favourite garden features underneath the stars in an illuminating experience like never before.

All tickets must be booked in advance, and visitors are advised to book early to secure their preferred date and time. Ticket prices vary and start from £6.95/child and £12.95/adult with discounts for RHS members please check with each RHS Garden to confirm prices.

For more information and for prices please visit: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/articles/glow-illuminations

RHS Garden Rosemoor, North Devon: Selected dates between 15 November- 28 December 2024

Visitors can be immersed in light and sound at RHS Garden Rosemoor, with an updated route and sparkling new features. The mesmerizing trail explores the Devon Garden and, for the first time, weaves through the Bicentennial Arboretum for a shimmering woodland wonderland. Guests can enjoy a selection of craft and festive food stalls, family entertainment, and delicious seasonal treats from the Otter Café and Shepherds Hut.

RHS Garden Harlow Carr, North Yorkshire: Selected dates between 21 November – 28 December 2024

Those looking for holiday magic can take an enchanting walk at RHS Garden Harlow Carr. With a host of interactive installations, perfect picture opportunities, and magical moments across the Harrogate landscape, the garden is more enchanting and magical than ever before. Visitors can warm themselves with a special hot drink at Betty’s Teahouse, enjoy delicious seasonal treats in the Harrogate Arms, and shop for gifts with the finest regional craftspeople in the Garden’s Bath House.

RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Essex: Selected dates between 22 November – 28 December 2024

Visitors can join a twinkling new trail around RHS Garden Hyde Hall, which for the first time includes the stunning Australian and New Zealand Garden. A host of fantastic new features will light the way, including musical water fountains and spectacular fairy bell trees. After exploring the dazzling lights, guests can enjoy a warming cup of mulled wine or cider, a treat from a selection of street food vendors, and seasonal shopping.

RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey: Selected dates between 22 November 2024 – 5 January 2025

RHS Glow will return to the RHS flagship garden like never before in 2024. For the first time, the enchanting trail will include a pontoon across the Glass House Lake, the Seven Acres Pond and twinkles in the tropical section of the Glasshouse. Magical Fairy Bell Trees and snowflakes will light the way around the brand new route. A variety of Christmas stalls inside the garden will provide an all-round festive experience with late-night shopping and festive music.

RHS Garden Bridgewater, Salford: Selected dates between 27 November – 30 December

The whole family can enjoy a magical evening at RHS Garden Bridgewater with a brand new route for 2024. Magical light-up hedgehogs, fairy lights, and interactive displays will lead the way around the Salford garden. There will be plenty of seasonal cheer, gift-shopping opportunities, music, and delicious food and drink.

For more information and ticket prices please visit: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/articles/glow-illuminations