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Magical Lights

star shaped lights on a green hedge background

About this event

Explore our galleries and garden after dark, transformed by lights. Make a lantern, discover our Night-Time Rat Trail, enjoy light and shadow activities and find illuminated surprises along the way. 

Additional information

  • Suitable for families with children aged 3 – 11
  • Booking essential
  • Timed arrival slots from 5.15–7.45pm, with each slot lasting 60 minutes
  • All children must be accompanied by an adult and we encourage parents/carers to assist with all activities. Accompanying adults free.
  • Some activities are outdoors, so please ensure you dress for the weather!

Choose from two versions: the main event (5.15–7.45pm), or an earlier session with sensory provisions for neurodivergent visitors and their loved ones (4:00pm to 5:00pm).

If you are looking for tickets to our Magical Lights, My Way, find information and tickets here. Magical Lights, My Way is a relaxed version of Magical Lights with sensory provision for neurodivergent visitors and their friends, families, and loved ones.

Date & Time

Monday 14 December 2026, 17:15 – 19:45

Cost
  • Child £6

Bookings go live 6 November.
Suitable for children aged 3+
£6 per participating child | Adults free

Audience

Family, Public

The Museum of English Rural Life
The Museum of English Rural Life, Redlands Road, Reading, United Kingdom, Berkshire, RG1 5EX