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Step beyond the gates this Christmas at Luton Hoo Estate, near Luton and Harpenden. Meet Father Christmas in The Grotto, glide on the Glice Skating Rink or explore the one-mile Christmas Light Trail through the historic Walled Garden. VIP experiences are also available.

Selected dates from 4 December 2026 to 3 January 2027. Closed 7, 8, 25 and 26 December. The Grotto runs on selected dates through 24 December. Experiences are separately ticketed, and each ticket includes village access and free parking.

Skating tickets from £10.65; Light Trail tickets from £15.98; The Grotto from £42.60 for one adult and one child. These prices include booking fees and vary by date and session. Skating is for ages 3 and over; adult-supervision rules apply.

Enter via Lime Tree Avenue, Luton, LU1 4LF, and follow event signs rather than signs for Luton Hoo Hotel. Arrive at least 30 minutes before your first booked experience.

Opening hours: 4–6, 12–13, 17–23 and 27–31 December 10:00–21:00; 9–11 and 14–16 December 12:00–20:00; 24 December 10:00–20:00; 1–3 January 12:00–20:00. Each experience has its own booked sessions. Check dates and book at https://christmasatlutonhooestate.co.uk/