
Lakeside Lanterns & Light
With an overnight stay in one of our Lakeside Lodges with breakfast included, a 2-day zoo visitor pass and tickets to the spectacular Lanterns & Lights trail, this package is perfect for couples, families or friends looking for a magical festive experience together this year.
After an afternoon exploring the zoo, or relaxing in your lodge, visit Lanterns & Light – the North West’s must see festive light experience.
Wander glowing pathways, interact with playful animal puppets and discover dazzling new installations before returning to your lodge for a peaceful night’s sleep.
In the morning, wake to the peaceful view across the lake and enjoy a delicious breakfast before heading back into the zoo.
Your Lakeside Lanterns & Light Lake getaway includes:
- Overnight stay in a Lakeside Lodge
- Breakfast
- Arrival drink
- Free valet parking
- 2-day zoo access
- Tickets to Lanterns & Light
- Winter campfire stories
Lanterns & Light
So much more than just a Christmas light trail, Lanterns & Light is an outdoor light experience that will amaze and delight you at every turn.
Look out for snow leopards, zebras, peacocks and penguins - created just for Chester Zoo and brought to life by skilled performers.
Walk through glowing ribbons, rainbow arches and bubbles. Capture unforgettable memories with photo opportunities at every turn, and enjoy fairground rides, festive food and joyful experiences for all ages.
Look out for suspended kaleido stars, fire gardens, laser-lit trees and plenty more surprises as you follow this enchanted light trail.

Luxurious Lakeside Lodges
With stunning lake views, the Lakeside Lodge is the ideal choice for groups who want to enjoy time together while still having their own space to escape to.
Sleeping up to 2 adults and 2 children in each lodge and in either double or triple configurations, each lodge has lockable interconnecting doors allowing guests to use the flexible space just how they want.
Complete with a main living and sleeping area with a Hypnos Super King bed, a comfortable double sofa bed and a furnished balcony, these lodges act as the perfect base for your Lanterns & Light adventure.
