20 Must-See Christmas Attractions Still Offering Tickets: From Santa's Steam Trains to Gruffalo Lantern Trails!

LET the festive celebrations commence, with this year’s Christmas attractions larger and more vibrant than ever.

Mesmerizing light and music trails, fantastic markets, enchanting winter wonderlands, delightful Santa steam trains, pantomimes, and ice rinks have emerged across the UK.

Wallace & Gromit are joining the fun at Longleat’s Festival of LightCredit: lloydwintersphoto.com

Trisha Harbord highlights a selection of events that will have you saying ho, ho, ho.

LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE

ASHRIDGE HOUSE

EXPERIENCE a breathtaking light trail from above.

A towering 115ft observation wheel is central to 20 spectacular displays at Ashridge House Illuminated this season.

The sparkling one-mile trail winds through the estate’s stunning gardens in Berkhamsted, Herts, alongside a festive food village.

The great advantage is that if the weather does not cooperate, you can exchange tickets for another day.

GO: November 27-January 1. Adult £23.50, child £14.40.

Visit ashridgehouse.org.uk .

LONGLEAT SAFARI PARK

Characters are shining bright at Longleat’s Festival of Light.

Join Shaun the Sheep in his Mossy Bottom Farm as you follow the lantern trail at the Wiltshire safari park, walking beneath a 50ft Tower Bridge, passing through Stonehenge, and visiting a Blackpool seaside resort.

GO: Until January 11. Adult from £39.95, child from £20.95. Under-threes enter free.

Visit longleat.co.uk .

GULLIVER’S WORLD RESORT

EXPLORE a mile-long Land of Lights trail at Gulliver’s World Resort.

The parks in Warrington, Cheshire, Milton Keynes, and Rotherham, Yorks, have been transformed into 12 dream worlds, including a Jurassic zone, filled with luminous lanterns and installations.

Santa’s magical elevator will take you on a virtual journey to the North Pole.

GO: Until January 31. Adult from £39, child from £9.

Visit gulliversworldresort.co.uk .

TWYCROSS ZOO

ADMIRE the lanterns experience.

The beloved book character is featured in stunning displays, showcasing ten wild habitats from eight continents at Twycross Zoo, Leicestershire.

Enjoy some Gruffalo fun at Twycross ZooCredit: Supplied

Lanterns Of The Wild features over 2,000 lanterns in rainforests and oceans depicting thousands of animals and plants, including elephants, monkeys, and penguins.

GO: Until February 22. Adult from £19, child £13.95.

Visit twycrosszoo.org .

KENWOOD HOUSE

TINKERBELL will sprinkle her fairy dust along a Peter Pan-themed trail this season.

Stunning lighting and atmospheric sounds bring the beloved children’s story to life at Kenwood House.

You’ll journey through the Lost Boys’ secret hideout, a ship, and the Darling family home with a feast of treats along the way.

GO: Until January 3. Adult from £20, child £12.

Visit neverlandatkenwood.co.uk .

SILVERSTONE

Motorsport fans will be eager to attend Silverstone for the return of its Lap Of Lights experience.

After a four-year break, the festive display is back, featuring 7,000 LED panels and 35 lasers, transforming the British racetrack into a sparkling wonderland.

Visitors can drive their own car around the track, then head to the ice rink or enjoy some mince pies at the food and drink garage.

GO: From December 12 until January 3, £50 per car.

Visit silverstone.co.uk .

ICE AND EASY

PRESTON

PRESTON On Ice, a grand new rink has opened in the town.

It is located under the 105-year-old market canopy, accommodating both confident skaters and beginners.

There’s a ski chalet-style bar and live music on weekends.

GO: Until January 4. Adult from £12, child £10.

Visit prestononice.co.uk