Experience the magic of Christmas at Lincoln Castle Illuminated!
Get ready to experience the magic of Lincoln Castle Illuminated this Christmas!
All the features you love are returning - the Illuminated Wall Walk, snow machine, fairground rides, food and drink, plus our very own mini Christmas Express train ride. This year we’re turning up the magic with more large-scale illuminations than ever before.
These dazzling lights and installations aren’t just there to be admired—they’re the perfect settings for your selfies, group photos, and family memories.
Whether you're capturing the glow of the castle walls or posing in front of a towering light display, don’t forget to tag us and use #LincolnCastleIlluminated to see your snaps light up our feed!
Make this year’s Lincoln Castle Illuminated the highlight of your festive season - book your ticket today to guarantee your place at our much-loved Christmas event.
Lincoln Castle Illuminated will be the perfect start to your Christmas festivities.
The full Lincoln Castle Illuminated experience can be enjoyed for £11.50 (adult), £10.50 (concession), £6.50 (child), £29.50 (family); or you can choose to visit the grounds only for £3 per head (under 5s free).
Important information:
- There will be limited capacity with timed entry to Lincoln Castle Illuminated - make sure to plan ahead to secure the date and time of your choice
- The event runs from Friday 29 November to Monday 23 December (4 – 9pm at weekends and 5.30 – 9pm on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Monday 23 December)
- Train and fairground rides also available during the day on 21, 22, 23 December
- Annual pass holders do not need to pre book
Please note: The Wall Walk lift is currently out of service, and repairs are not expected to be completed until next year. We are committed to ensuring all of our visitors have a safe and enjoyable experience, and while we are doing everything we can to restore lift access, we regret that the Wall Walk will not be accessible to those with mobility requirements during this event.
If you require assistance or have concerns about accessing other areas of the site, our team is here to help. Please contact us directly for more information.
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you to Lincoln Castle Illuminated.