Spalding’s Ayscoughfee Hall and Gardens will be transformed into a unique recreation of an 18th century pleasure garden later this month for Ayscoughfee Enlightenment.
Ayscoughfee Enlightenment is a Story Tellers initiative aiming to tell the story of the historic building’s history through immersive theatrical performances, lantern-lit pathways, period music and artistic displays
It takes place from 6pm to 9pm on Friday and Saturday, March 21 and 22.
A spokesman for South Holland District Council, said: “There will be activities and attractions for the whole family to enjoy, with performances from opera singers and a quartet, as well as a dance troupe giving the chance to try out Georgian court dances.
“Across the Gardens there will also be spectacular fire displays, stunning art installations from local artists Nicki Jarvis and Liz Kelleher working with the local community and illuminated nightscapes, including glowing pathways and even a mysterious grotto with a local folk tale to tell.
“Families will be able to take part in a storytelling trail and character-based scavenger hunt centred around Spalding’s Georgian history, and Ayscoughfee Café will be open serving period-inspired refreshments for that fully immersive experience. Visitors are encouraged to embrace the Georgian spirit by dressing in period-inspired outfits, with a special prize to be awarded to the best-dressed guest.”
South Holland District Council member Elizabeth Sneath said: “I am so excited for these truly special evenings of history, music and theatre that will be unlike anything we have seen before in South Holland, pushing the boundaries of storytelling to create Ayscoughfee’s own little world to bring our fascinating local heritage to life.
“Last year’s Ayscoughfee Light Night event was fantastically received, and I hope people will be excited to see us building on that success.”
Entry is £2 and tickets can be booked online at https://ayscoughfeeenlightenment.eventbrite.co.uk
