Festival of Lights - Diya Making
Sat 7 Nov · 10:30
Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate
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The Festival of Lights brings a warm, welcoming atmosphere to Dunstable as visitors gather to explore the traditional craft of Diya making. Across selected dates in November, participants of all ages and abilities can create their own unique clay lamps to take home or contribute to a special community display. This inclusive Diwali celebration takes place at the Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate, offering a creative way to mark the Festival of Lights with no ticket charge.
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Festival of Lights - Diya Making takes place on Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 10:30. The event runs until Friday, 13 November 2026.
Festival of Lights - Diya Making is held at Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate in Luton (Whipsnade Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire).
Entry to Festival of Lights - Diya Making is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Festival of Lights - Diya Making can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Festival of Lights - Diya Making
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The Festival of Lights brings a warm, welcoming atmosphere to Dunstable as visitors gather to explore the traditional craft of Diya making. Across selected dates in November, participants of all ages and abilities can create their own unique clay lamps to take home or contribute to a special community display. This inclusive Diwali celebration takes place at the Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate, offering a creative way to mark the Festival of Lights with no ticket charge.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
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Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade EstateWhipsnade Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire
Caddington, Luton
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When is Festival of Lights - Diya Making?
Festival of Lights - Diya Making takes place on Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 10:30. The event runs until Friday, 13 November 2026.
Where is Festival of Lights - Diya Making taking place?
Festival of Lights - Diya Making is held at Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate in Luton (Whipsnade Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire).
How much are tickets for Festival of Lights - Diya Making?
Entry to Festival of Lights - Diya Making is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Festival of Lights - Diya Making?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Festival of Lights - Diya Making?
Tickets for Festival of Lights - Diya Making can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Free Entry
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Until Friday, 13 November 2026
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