Raby Castle near Staindrop in County Durham is opening a new immersive experience for autumn with illuminations, live music, fire performers and puppetry.
The event, called ‘the Glittering North’, brings to life iconic figures from the past and celebrates the region’s Norse and Viking heritage.
Raby Castle bills it as a “a carnival of raucous and fun-filled adventure served with copious amounts of hot chocolate and marshmallows”.
Located on the grounds of Raby Castle, the Glittering North is available on select dates through October and early November.
Guests will see creatures including Gullinburstin, a boar with bristles made from gold that light up the sky, and Sleipnir, a giant illuminated horse with eight legs.
At Raby Castle’s remodelled walled garden, guests will find an illuminated and immersive trail, while the Dutch Barn will be decorated with lights, flags and bunting. At the Riding School, visitors can listen to tales of Norse gods and shapeshifting beasts.
Sophie Brown, sales and events manager at Raby Estate, said: “The change from summer to autumn marks the start of cosy nights with hands warming round a mug of hot chocolate, fiery clusters of red and orange as the trees change colour and crunchy leaves beneath your feet.
“Our captivating new event provides a festoon-lit and atmospheric autumnal celebration, full of feasting, warm blankets, torchlight and fire processions, designed to set imaginations alight in a spectacle never seen before in County Durham.”
‘The Glittering North’ at Raby Castle
Earlier this year, Raby Castle opened a new project called ‘the Rising’, which comprises the restoration of three listed buildings and the creation of two more, as well as reimagined gardens and new retail and dining spaces.
Claire Jones, head of leisure and tourism at Raby Castle, told blooloop: “We recognise that visitors want so much more from a visit to a historic house and garden these days.
“They want great service, beautiful surroundings to enjoy a drink or lunch and excellent shopping experiences, events and exhibitions.”
Images courtesy of Raby Estate
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