Janine GriffithsA new Christmas light trail is set to take visitors on a festive adventure at Temple Newsam this winter.
The Lost Light of Christmas will run from November 20 to December 31.
The event attracts more than 100,000 visitors to East Leeds each year.
This year’s trail has been redesigned around an interactive story, taking visitors through woodland, glowing pathways and shimmering lagoons.
Visitors will follow the trail on a mission to help fairies save Christmas.
The approximately one-mile route will feature more than a dozen bespoke light installations.
They have been created by leading light artists from across the UK.
The trail will also feature special effects and specially created soundscapes.
Among the first installations revealed is The Faerie Way, a pathway made using thousands of micro-lights.
Another installation, Whisper and Wish, has been created by Ithaca Creative Sound & Light Art.
It features 12 voice-activated trees that respond to visitors.
The Christmas Village will also return alongside the trail.
It will feature Yorkshire artisan street food vendors, festive bars and vintage fairground rides.
Visitors will also be able to toast marshmallows around fire pits.
Helen Wells, Senior Creative Producer, said: “We’re so excited to give you a first glimpse of our all-new immersive narrative experience.
“After two amazing years at Temple Newsam, we’re proud to be bringing a light trail unlike anything we’ve ever done before.
“We cannot wait to welcome visitors back this winter and share the rest of our special festive tale.”
Tickets start at £13.50 for children and £19.50 for adults.
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