Glow Nocturnal 2026 at Carlton Towers

About

Glow Nocturnal brings Carlton Towers to life after dark with a magical trail of glowing inflatable installations inspired by native nocturnal animals, set within the gothic splendour of this historic stately home.

Date & Time

Glow Nocturnal runs from Saturday 14 February to Saturday 21 February 2026.

Entry is by pre-booked time slot between 4.00pm and 8.00pm. The house and illuminated trail remain open until 9.30pm.

Location

Carlton Towers, Carlton, near Selby, North Yorkshire, DN14 9LZ.

Why Attend

This immersive evening experience combines art, light and historic surroundings, offering a relaxed and atmospheric way to explore Carlton Towers at night while enjoying striking illuminated installations and family-friendly entertainment.

Event Highlights

• Glowing inflatable animal installations inspired by nocturnal wildlife
• Access to Carlton Towers’ state rooms and grounds after dark
• Illuminated trail featuring foxes, owls, hedgehogs and dormice
• Food and drink from the Stables Tearoom, Beaumont Bar and courtyard pizza horsebox
• Mandala colouring activities for children

Admission

Adults (17+): £12.00
Children (3–16): £5.00
Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children): £30.00
Children aged two and under attend free.

Tickets include event entry and one car parking space per booking. Advance booking via Eventbrite is essential.

Plan Your Visit

Glow Nocturnal is an outdoor and indoor evening event, so sturdy footwear is recommended as some paths may be uneven. Visitors can explore the installations at their own pace before enjoying refreshments in the courtyard and tearooms. Well-behaved dogs on short leads are welcome in the grounds, but not inside the house.