It may feel as though summer hasn't yet started, but tickets will soon be on sale for the annual Christmas light trail on Hampstead Heath
There's an all new design team and look for Christmas At Kenwood this year bringing seasonal sparkle with a colourful interactive display in the grounds of the mansion.
Now in its third year, the 2023 festive light trail runs from from December 1 until January 1 and sees English Heritage pairing up with the award-winning Kilimanjaro Live.
The live music and events promoter stages more than 700 shows each year, including concert series in Kew Gardens and the Royal Hospital Chelsea, and the immersive light trail at Wollaton House in Nottinghamshire.
Organisers promise enchantment, spectacle and surprises around every corner with festive food, warming cocktails and picture-perfect moments to enjoy at the seasonal event.
Creative director Katherine Jewkes will work alongside light art pioneers, Luminism, to create the interactive audio-visual experience, which follows a trail around the paths of the historic mansion.
Jewkes said it will feature 13 new installations created for Kenwood: "We’re delighted to bring a brand-new trail to Kenwood for 2023, and this year will be extra special. With some unique installations especially designed for Kenwood, and more interactive installations than ever before, we’re excited for this year to be the best yet."
Stuart Galbraith, CEO of Kilimanjaro Live said: "Christmas at Kenwood has become a spectacular festive event. It’s wonderful to see so many people enjoy it each year, and we can’t wait for everyone to enjoy this revamped trail for 2023 which will create more immersive and memorable moments."
Abi Marsh, head of historic properties at English Heritage, London, added: "The trail will be a spectacular festive feast for the senses, and the perfect way to get the family into the yuletide spirit. We can’t wait for Kenwood’s historic grounds transformed into a magical winter wonderland through music and light installations."
Christmas at Kenwood runs from December 1 until January 1 and tickets go on sale on September 4.
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