Explore a magical trail through the formal Dutch and Italian inspired gardens at the National Trust's Belton House this winter. This twinkly, after-dark, illuminated trail will delight festive fans of all ages as you wander through rainbow coloured trees, larger-than-life flowers and a flock of glittering robins - all of which are new for 2023! Treat yourself to a seasonal snack from one of the hand-picked street food vendors who never fail to provide an indulgent choice of festive foods and winter warmers. 

The trail is designed to take around 90 minutes leaving time to finish off your Christmas shopping at the nearby Boundary Outlet and Downtown Grantham before we arrive. You'll find fashion and homeware bargains at these two great stores at the same, undercover site. Departments at Boundary Outlet include baby & child, beauty, womenswear, menswear, accessories and home, featuring brands such as Cath Kidston, Dune London, Jaeger, Whistles, Clinique, Espa, Radley London, Dartington and more. Click to see what's in store. Departments at Downtown Grantham include furniture, homeware, electricals, toys, outdoor living, pets and beauty, featuring brands such as Denby, KitchenAid, L'Occitane, Dyson and more. Click to see what's in store.

We're due to arrive at Grantham's Boundary Outlet at 14:00 and depart at 16:00. We'll arrive at Belton House at 16:15 ready for our timed entry to the illuminated gardens at 16:30. The coach will depart at 19:00.

Image: Visitors Enjoying The Sparkling Tunnels Of Light In The Garden At Belton House, Lincolnshire ©National Trust Images | Annapurna Mellor