Christmas at Bedgebury
Event details
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Events at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest
- Entry times vary by date
Step into a magical winter wonderland as Christmas at Bedgebury returns for 2026
Wander beneath towering conifers as the forest comes alive with colour, light and seasonal sounds in a magical experience designed for friends and family of all ages.
This year’s trail is reimagined for 2026 with new installations and festive favourites to give you an unforgettable new experience.
Marvel beneath the classic Christmas Cathedral, witness the beauty of the brand-new Laser Garden, and soak up the breathtaking sight of Bedgebury’s tall trees glowing against the night sky. Around every corner, enchanting moments await and you may even catch a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way...
Limited capacity with timed entry. Plan now to secure the date and time of your choice. Your very merriest Christmas starts here.
A Festive Feast Awaits
Make a night of it with delicious festive treats from our hand-picked food and drink stalls. Sip on a spiced winter warmer, indulge in a decadent hot chocolate, or toast marshmallows over crackling flames.*
* Separate charges apply.
Dates
- Friday 20 - Sunday 22 November
- Friday 27 - Sunday 29 November
- Wednesday 2 - Sunday 6 December
- Wednesday 9 - Thursday 24 December
- Saturday 26 - Thursday 31 December
Trail entry times
To avoid overcrowding and ensure the enjoyment of all visitors on the illuminated trail you will need to select an entry time when booking.
Entry times vary depending on the date, but generally take place every 15 minutes between 4pm to 8.15pm. Please ensure you arrive at the trail entrance promptly for your allocated start time.
Anytime tickets permit entry on any trail time, on your chosen date. Only valid for the date chosen, and can only be used for entry to the trail once. Advanced booking is essential.
Prices
Standard and off peak tickets are available on various dates. Off peak tickets are on selected midweek dates. See our timetable for more info.
| Standard | Off peak | Anytime - Standard | Anytime - Off peak | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | £26 + £1.50 booking fee | £18 + £1 booking fee | £45 + £1.50 booking fee | £32 + £1 booking fee |
| Child (3-16 years old) | £18 + £1 booking fee | £12 + £1 booking fee | £30 + £1 booking fee | £22 + £1 booking fee |
| Family (2 adults, 2 children) | £86 + £5 booking fee | £58 + £4 booking fee | - | - |
| Infant (0-2 years old) | Free* | Free* | Free* | Free* |
| Personal assistant | Free* | Free* | Free* | Free* |
*there is no charge for infant or personal assistant entry but these must be booked in conjunction with a full price ticket.
Parking
There is a charge for parking at this special event. If you plan on arriving by car, a parking space must be purchased in advance along with your trail entry tickets online.
Parking for Christmas at Bedgebury costs £10 per car. Accessible spaces for Blue Badge holders are available in the Visitor Centre car park, parking charge applies. We are offering Forestry England Members one free parking space, this must be booked in advance, see below for details.
Offer for Forestry England Members
We are offering all Forestry England Members one free parking space, when booked in advance. Please ensure you book a ‘car parking (members)’ ticket, which will enable you to enter your membership number and receive free parking. No other car parking ticket will offer the free members option.
The members offer is only available when booking tickets via Forestry England and is not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Relaxed session
This session is for adults and young people, with additional needs, who would love to experience Christmas at Bedgebury without the usual high volumes of people. For Christmas at Bedgebury 2026, these will be held on Saturday 21 November, Wednesday 2 December and Monday 14 December.
Essential information
Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, TN17 2SJ
In addition to our standard terms and conditions the following terms also apply:
*Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a short lead and under control. Please be a responsible dog owner.
*A post trail survey will be sent to the email address provided. You are under no obligation to complete the survey but doing so will help in planning future activities.
*The sale of any articles in the gangways or anywhere within the illuminated trail is strictly forbidden except with the written permission of the Organisers. The Organisers reserve the right at their absolute discretion to confiscate any such articles for infringements of the condition.
*Please check all your tickets on purchase, as mistakes cannot always be rectified
*Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a short lead and under control. Please be a responsible dog owner.
*A post trail survey will be sent to the email address provided. You are under no obligation to complete the survey but doing so will help in planning future activities.
*The sale of any articles in the gangways or anywhere within the illuminated trail is strictly forbidden except with the written permission of the Organisers. The Organisers reserve the right at their absolute discretion to confiscate any such articles for infringements of the condition.
*Please check all your tickets on purchase, as mistakes cannot always be rectified