About Gloworm Festival
Experience a magical illuminated celebration at Thoresby Park where families can enjoy dazzling light displays in fully accessible grounds with facilities for babies and wheelchair users.
What's nearby
- Thoresby Hall Hotel Spa next door
- Thoresby Park 250m away
- Thoresby Courtyard 250m away
- The Royal Lancers & Nottinghamshire Yeomanry Museum 250m away
- Thoresby Riding Hall Weddings 300m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
We had our first family festival experience — and absolutely loved it! It’s fantastic value for money, with fairground rides, axe throwing, laser tag, character meet-and-greets, and live music all included in the ticket price. There’s plenty to keep kids of all ages entertained and engaged throughout the day. Inside, there’s no shortage of food and drink vendors, offering a wide variety of options at prices you’d expect for an event like this. Overall, we had a fantastic day and evening — a brilliant family experience from start to finish!
· via Google
We’ve just come back from Gloworm Festival 2025 and honestly… WOW! What an incredible weekend for our family – my husband and I, our 3 year old daughter, and our 6 month old son. From the moment we arrived, there was so much to see and do, the enjoyment didn’t stop! Our daughter was in her absolute element meeting her favourite characters – Supertato, Hey Duggee, Spiderman and Ghostie, Bluey, Paw Patrol, Elsa, and Mr Tumble (Justin Fletcher) – the look on her face was pure magic! There were endless activities, shows, and interactive experiences for all ages, and our little boy loved the bright colours, bubbles and music. The whole event was brilliantly organised, with plenty of space, great facilities for families (including baby friendly spots!), and such a warm, welcoming vibe. We even came home with loads of freebies which was a lovely bonus. We made the most special memories together! It’s a festival that truly caters to all ages - We will 100% be back next year, and I would recommend Gloworm to any family looking for a magical, fun-filled, unforgettable weekend. Thank you Gloworm – you’ve set the bar VERY high! 💛✨
· via Google
This was our second time at the Glowworm Festival, and it definitely won’t be our last! It’s such an incredible experience - one you truly can’t explain until you’ve been yourself. I took my three children (aged 10, 8, and 4) on my own (then met up with friends) and each of them had an amazing time. One of the highlights was that the fairground rides were free until 5pm - such a brilliant touch that kept the kids entertained for hours. I also really appreciated the safety wristbands with parents’ numbers on, just in case a child got lost. The variety of food, activities, and entertainment was fantastic, with something for all ages. Everything felt so well organised and thought-out for families. We had the best time and will 100% be back again. Thank you for creating such a special event for families!
· via Google
Gloworm Festival is a great experience for families, the atmosphere is amazing. The entertainment provides something for everyone from the live shows, and funfair rides, to creative workshops. Everything is perfectly tailored for children. The staff are friendly and the site is well-organised. Highly recommend!
· via Google
People say this family festival offers a wide variety of activities and entertainment, including fairground rides, character meet-and-greets, and live music. Visitors highlight the excellent value for money, with many activities included in the ticket price, and appreciate the clean, well-maintained restrooms. They also mention the well-organized parking and helpful safety measures like wristbands for children.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- THORESBY PARK, Netherfield Lane, Newark, NG22 9EP Get directions
- Category
- Short Breaks & Holidays
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (46 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Nottingham