Light show to transform hall and gardens

Spalding's Ayscoughfee Hall Museum and Gardens will light up for two nights in March

A historical Lincolnshire visitor attraction will stage a "spectacular" free light show.

Ayscoughfee Hall Museum and Gardens in Spalding will be illuminated with colour from 18:00 until 21:00 GMT on 20 and 21 March.

Organisers said the light experience, called Shifting Perspectives, would offer "an immersive after-dark exploration of light, heritage and community".

Councillor Elizabeth Sneath said: "Ayscoughfee Hall is a treasured part of our district's heritage, and it's exciting to see Shifting Perspectives offering a unique opportunity to experience it in a different way."

The new event comes after the success of the Light Night events in 2024 and 2025.

But organisers have said this year's show has a completely different theme and format.

Each installation will use digital light and storytelling to highlight Ayscoughfee's architectural features that visitors otherwise might miss.

Sneath said: "It brings together creativity, history and community to create a high-quality and memorable event for residents and visitors of all ages.

"Initiatives like this help people connect with historic spaces in fresh and engaging ways, while ensuring they remain accessible for everyone."

The event has been created by artists Squidsoup as part of the Story Tellers National Portfolio Organisation (NPO) project, funded by Arts Council England.

Anthony Rowe, founder of Squidsoup, said the team were drawn in by the garden's "historic, atmospheric character".

"We aim to respond to each site on its own terms, drawing out its emotions, textures and histories and presenting them in a new light so visitors see familiar places from fresh perspectives," he said.

The experience will take about one hour and entry time slots must be booked in advance.

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