# Forest of Light at Beamish Hall, Stanley — Reviews & Visitor Info > Step into a wonderland of glittering illuminations on Durham's captivating seasonal trail, where festive activities and warming refreshments await families exploring the luminous pathways. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/stanley/attractions/forest-of-light-at-beamish-hall (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tourist Attraction # Forest of Light at Beamish Hall Beamish Hall [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=67402486205996696&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [chris grindley](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/106308469503327520610) **In short:** Forest of Light at Beamish Hall is an attraction in Stanley, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 11 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Forest of Light at Beamish Hall Step into a wonderland of glittering illuminations on Durham's captivating seasonal trail, where festive activities and warming refreshments await families exploring the luminous pathways. ## What's nearby - Beamish Hall Hotel next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Onsite Parking Food Available ## What visitors say [Luvthetoon](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105721437429314356236/reviews) ★★★★★ We visited the forest of light last night. Second time we have been, not much has changed but we still had a beautiful and magical night walking through the trail. There is a lot of work put into this trail and you can see that. Toilets and a snack bar situated at the trail also. · via Google [Maysie Tucker](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112778151772519504954/reviews) ★★★★★ Was treated to the Forest Of Light by my friends and I thoroughly enjoyed it , there was something quite magical about it . We went on the 18th December and so we wrapped up nice and warm and I had boots on which I was glad about as in some parts it was muddy , but that didn't put me off. Plenty to see and enjoy and was well worth the money . · via Google [Niall Campbell](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109234149997042128953/reviews) ★★★★★ First time we have been, it’s was a great evening, we pushed a push chair around which dependant on the weather will determine if it is capable given the mud, gradients and camber your pushing. Travel strollers would be difficult with their small wheels. There is plenty of car parking with lighting, car park is overflow style and muddy. Would recommend change of boots/ wellies for the trail. Lots of activities to do for all ages, whether it’s karaoke, basketball style fair games to music stations. Great sensory trail with smoke, laser and snow machines. Coffee van on the entrance, offering hot drinks; coffee, hot chocolate and Bovril. After the trail, there is a Christmas tree in the stables bar courtyard. Serving further drink and hot drinks with attached restaurant. · via Google [Lynne Head](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100374137384280153490/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely walk through some beautiful displays. My grandson loved keeping the beat on a drum kit to a backing track of "We will rock you". · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487e79e30d879def:0xef76343f495e98!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** V8QH+HX, Stanley [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.8889641%2C-1.6700989) **Category** Sightseeing & Attractions **Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (11 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Suggested visit** 1-2 hours **Setting** Outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Stanley [More attractions in Stanley](https://staycation.co.uk/stanley/attractions) ★ 4.3 (11 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.beamish-hall.co.uk/forest-of-light/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01207233733](tel:01207233733) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Stanley [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487e79e30d879def:0xef76343f495e98!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487e79e30d879def:0xef76343f495e98!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487e79e30d879def:0xef76343f495e98!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Stanley Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Call Forest of Light at Beamish Hall on 01207233733. ## More near Forest of Light at Beamish Hall ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Beamish Hall Hotel BW Premier Collection ★ 4.5 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/stanley/hotels/beamish-hall-hotel-bw-premier-collection) - [Black Horse Beamish ★ 4.3 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stanley/hotels/black-horse-beamish) - [South Causey Inn ★ 4.6 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stanley/hotels/south-causey-inn) - [The Beamish Park Hotel ★ 4.5 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/newcastle-upon-tyne/hotels/the-beamish-park-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Causey Arch Cottages - Gracies Cottage 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/causey-arch-cottages-gracies-cottage-uk44686) - [Gracey’s Apartment 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/gracey-s-apartment-ukc8960) - [Bankwell Cottage 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/gateshead/cottages/bankwell-cottage-syk1013292) - [Beamish Holiday Park - Drover’s Den ★ 3.8 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/gateshead/cottages/beamish-holiday-park-drover-s-den-uk50090) ### Campsites nearby - [Beamish Holiday Park ★ 3.8 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/beamish/camping/beamish-holiday-park) - [Stampley Moss Farm ★ 4.9 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/gateshead/camping/stampley-moss-farm) - [West Wood Yurts (Cut Thorn Farm) ★ 4.8 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tyne-wear/camping/west-wood-yurts-cut-thorn-farm) - [West Wood Glamping ★ 4.8 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/newcastle-upon-tyne/camping/west-wood-glamping) ### Things to do nearby - [Beamish Open Air Museum ★ 4.8 · 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/beamish/attractions/beamish-open-air-museum) - [Pockerley Riding School ★ 4.9 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stanley/attractions/pockerley-riding-school) - [Tanfield Railway ★ 4.7 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/marley-hill/attractions/tanfield-railway) - [Louisa Lagoon Adventure Play ★ 4.3 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stanley/attractions/louisa-lagoon-adventure-play)