20 & 21 September Join us at The National Country Show Live - an annual event that's returning to Hylands Park in Chelmsford this September. It's the ultimate family day out, complete with country shopping, food, entertainment, animals, live music, have a go activities, stunning arena displays, as well as all of your traditional country […]
On Saturday 11 October, Hylands Park transforms into a glowing galaxy of safari animals and starlit storytelling with swarm of 500+ drones. Narrated by BBC wildlife TV presenter Michaela Strachan. Alongside the drone show, you can enjoy: Fairground rides Immersive sound and light experience Gaming stalls Food village Space Safari is a family-friendly, space-themed drone […]
A spooktacular Halloween open-air screening of the Disney classic Hocus Pocus! Bring a blanket or camping chair, wrap up warm, and watch Hocus Pocus on a giant cinema screen under the stars! Fancy dress highly encouraged! Plus, enjoy a spooky soundtrack before the film, featuring creepy classics and Halloween anthems for ghouls, ghosts, killers, and […]
Get ready for a screening of Tim Burton's classic The Nightmare Before Christmas! Fancy dress highly encouraged! Plus, enjoy a spooky soundtrack before the film, featuring creepy classics and Halloween anthems for ghouls, ghosts, killers, and humans alike.
28 November 2025 – 3 January 2026 This winter, Enlightened returns to Hylands Estate, bringing a bigger, brighter, and even more magical light trail experience. After last year’s sell-out success, the event is back with a breathtaking new route, brand-new installations, and a truly immersive festive atmosphere. From twinkling tunnels of light to dazzling laser […]
Join Hylands Estate for a magical Christmas family show in the Grand Pavilion! With songs, music, and projection, Michael Whitmore’s enchanting adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen is both funny and poignant. Blending fantasy, fable, and the enduring power of love, this magical tale makes for a heartwarming Christmas classic. Kay and his […]
