Markshall Estate Coggeshall Christmas Light Trail

Enlightened Christmas Light Trails 2024

Available to 24 December 2024

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Visit a Christmas light trail near you at the Markshall Estate for one of the best Christmas events in Essex 2024

4th December - 24th December 2024 - For a limited time only!

Looking for things to do in Essex this Christmas for families? Head to the Markshall Estate in Coggeshall for one of the best Christmas light trails in 2024! 

For the very first time, the acclaimed Enlightened winter light trail is making its way to the magnificent Markshall Estate this winter for an enchanting family experience that's not to be missed. 

Immerse yourself in the giant digital tunnel of light, be awestruck by a captivating laser show, and get ready to be dazzled as enigmatic creatures are brought to life with 3D special effects.

Please make sure to select the correct dates and times for your Enlightened tickets. Tickets are NOT refundable or amendable after purchase. 

Enlightened Moments Highlights:

  • Experience brand new installations and interactive displays throughout the trails
  • Enjoy an immersive Christmas experience this festive season 
  • Be surrounded by a world of light and wonder as you snap memorable photographs
  • Create cherished memories and festive anecdotes with your family

What is an Enlightened Christmas light trail?

Enlightened are a series of magical outdoor light trails hosted at multiple venues throughout the UK each winter. Last year, over 200,000 people took a stroll along an Enlightened trail and the visitor feedback was overwhelmingly superb: 

  • "It was an amazing experience. So well organised. Lovely guides along the way who were fun and added to the event." - Dawn
  • "We’d not been before but knew it would be amazing from the videos on social media. It really was spectacular and I would highly recommend to everyone, not just families." - Emily
  • "Well worth the money for an lovely fun magical experience. Nice interactive parts for kids and adults. Really well done, would return again!" - Jamie

2024 brings new installations and interactive elements across the trails to make this year's Enlightened the biggest and brightest season of winter events to date.

From the 4th of December 2024 to the 24th of December 2024, the Markshall Estate will be host to an Enlightened trail. Don't miss out on a unique and magical experience for the whole family in Essex this Christmas in the enchanted and illuminated world of Enlightened. 

Please Note: Tickets for Enlightened are non-refundable and non-amendable after purchase.

Marks Hall Road,
Essex CO6 1TG
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How to find us

Address: Markshall Estate, Coggeshall, Essex, CO6 1TG

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The Markshall Estate is located between the towns of Braintree and Colchester, just off the A120, and less than an hour from London. The nearest train station is Marks Tey, 5.8 miles away.

Once you have booked your tickets, they will be sent to you via email and SMS. 

All children must book a ticket. Children under the age of 3 are free of charge but must still book a ticket. There is a charge for children age 3-15 years. Children 16 and over pay the adult price.

Tickets for Enlightened are non-refundable and non-amendable after purchase. 

The Enlightened trail is approximately a mile in length and takes about an hour to walk around.

Re-entry is not permitted at the Enlightened trails. 

Please see the individual pages for more information on accessibility at each of the Enlightened sites. 

There will be pulsating and flashing light effects across all sections of the light trails (with additional haze/smoke effects at various points). Customers with motion sensitivity are also advised there are sections of the trail with slow motion lighting effect.

Yes, you may select a free carer ticket when booking a trail. 

Dogs on leads are only permitted on the trail at Hylands Estate in Essex. They are not permitted at any of the other trails. 

Unless the weather presents a safety issue, the event will go ahead in all conditions (rain or shine!) so please come prepared. Make sure that you wrap up warm and wear appropriate footwear for the winter weather.

Please arrive at the time you have booked for. Tickets are available every 15 minutes from the event opening time.

This is a night-time outdoor attraction that illuminates a dedicated trail of light around the grounds of the venue. On the trail there are numerous static and interactive light up attractions with an enchanting soundscape.

No, refreshments are not included in the price of entry. Food vendors do accept cash and card payments. 

Unfortunately, Father Christmas is far too busy this time of year to stop by Enlightened! 

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