IMMERSE YOURSELF IN A MAGICAL LIGHT TRAIL AROUND THE GROUNDS OF FORBURY GARDENS & ABBEY RUINS THIS WINTER.
OPEN FROM SATURDAY 15TH
NOVEMBER 2025
Experience Readings newest winter light trail at Forbury Gardens & Abbey Ruins. Follow a 30-50 minute route filled with beautiful light installations that transform the park & ruins into a glowing seasonal display. Walk through the grounds and take in the sights as you explore different areas designed to highlight the historic landscape and surroundings.
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Towards the middle of the trail, you’ll find a food and drinks court offering a variety of sweet treats, hot drinks, including mulled wine, hot chocolate, and soft drinks. At the start of the trail, you can enjoy marshmallow toasting and warming drinks to accompany your visit.
Tickets are limited for each session, so we recommend booking in advance to secure your spot.
Food & Drink
This year's trail will feature a range of sweet offerings & tasty drinks. Marshmallow toasting will be available along with other sweet treats. Mulled Wine, Hot Chocolate & other refreshments will be available at the bar.
The Trail
Explore stunning light installations around the 30-50 minute trail of Forbury Gardens & Abbey Ruins. Perfect for families & those with little legs, the trail has a fantastic array of light activations for all to enjoy.
Marshmallow Toasting
We'll be bringing premium marshmallow toasting pits to Reading this winter! Indulge in delicious mega marshmallows around a warm fire. Enjoy a mulled wine or cider while toasting.
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