Yes, we provide free tickets for children under the age of 3, they are free of charge but must hold a valid ticket. When booking please select Child (aged 0-2) tickets.

There will be baby changing facilities at the building near the Marshmallow Toasting area. 

The trail is pram and buggy friendly, but we ask that you do not bring children’s scooters or bikes/trikes to the trail.

There will be a number of stalls selling children’s sized portions available in the Christmas Village. 

Please keep your children with you at all times. The grounds of Leazes Park are large and contain waterways etc. It is essential to keep your children near and ensure that they do not wander into unlit areas. Please keep to the designated pathways as trip hazards my be present in other areas.

On rare occasions, we may have to cancel an event if weather conditions are so severe that they cause a threat to safety. In such cases, we will let customers know in advance of the closure. If there is extreme weather on the day of your booking, please check your emails for updates.  

We will be open from 22nd November – 31st December (except Christmas Day) from approximately 16:00 and the Trail, and associated catering outlets, will close no later than 90 minutes after the final advertised trail time on any given event night.

Leazes Park can be accessed between 7am and 3pm as normal, during the full event period. After this time, access to the park will be restricted. Signs will be posted at entrances to the park to inform park users of the event dates, with details of any temporary changes to access that may affect them.

An adult aged 16 or older? Then you will need an Adult Ticket. 

A child aged 3-15? They you will need a Child Ticket. 

A child aged 2 and under? Then you will need an Infant Ticket – these are free but you will still need a ticket.

Have a few children and adults in your party? We offer discounted Family tickets, these are for a maximum of 2 adults. You can use this ticket type for 2 adults and 2 children, OR 1 adult and 3 children. 

It wouldn’t be winter in Newcastle without a bit of adverse weather. Please ensure you dress appropriately for the weather – wear waterproof, warm clothing and appropriate footwear for paths that may become muddy. 

If you struggle in low lighting you may bring a torch, as some parts between installations may be slightly darker. 

There is no need to bring food or drink, as we have a fantastic Christmas Village full of yummy treats. 

We will only have tickets available to buy on the door if the session is not already sold out. We advise all customers to buy tickets in advance, tickets can be purchased here: https://northernlightsnewcastle.seetickets.com/timeslot/northern-lights-newcastle

Leazes Park, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, using the entrance on Barrack Road.

ENTRANCE POSTCODE: NE1 4ST

ENTRANCE What3Words: stews.harp.port

The main entrance to our event will be from Barrack Road, just opposite Stanhope Street and the Black and White Bull Pub.

In the shadow of St James’ Park Stadium is Leazes Park, the heart of the city centre just paces away from our entrance.  Based between the Royal Victoria Hospital, Fenham Barracks, St James’ Park and Barrack Road is Newcastle’s oldest park which we gladly illuminate during the darkest months of the year. 

PLEASE NOTE THE ENTRANCE IS ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PARK TO THE ROYAL VICTORIA INFIRMARY.

Last entry into the trail is 15 minutes after the last advertised trail time. After this, ticket holders will not be permitted to enter. 

Last trail entry time on Friday and Saturday is 8.30pm.

Last trail entry time Sunday – Thursday is 7.45pm.