WATCH: First winter light trail opens in the Scottish Borders
Last updated 30th Nov 2023
The Scottish Borders' first-ever winter light trail opens at Monteviot House near Jedburgh this evening (November 30th).
Greatest Hits Radio has been given an exclusive glimpse behind the scenes by Serena Foyle - the artist behind the project - as the finishing touches were being added.
It's being delivered by the same team behind The Enchanted Forest in Pitlochry.
The one-and-a-half kilometre trail starts and finishes at Harestanes visitor centre and is expected to attract more than 7,000 people to the local beauty spot before it closes on December 10th.
Michael, 13th Marquis of Lothian, said: “It is thrilling for me to see the gardens my family and I have spent many years creating come to life with the beautiful lighting trail that is planned.
"As a family we have had a vision for this event, and it is such an exciting time to see it all come to life. It will not only be a wonderful event for us at Monteviot but we hope for everyone across the Borders. We look forward to welcoming you to Monteviot Lights.”
Click on the video below for a little look at what you can expect...
Phil O’Halloran, NL Productions Event Producer, added: “We are very excited to be producing Monteviot Lights and can’t wait for everyone to experience the beauty of the trail in these stunning natural spaces.
"It is thrilling that this will be the Scottish Borders’ first winter light trail. Monteviot Gardens is a wonderful location with paths meandering through historic woodland, past ponds, and amongst awe-inspiring gardens. Families will have the chance to experience an evening of pure magic as creative lighting and soundscapes bring the winter landscape to life.”
The trail is open from November 30th to December 3rd, and December 6th to 10th, from 4.30pm to 7.30pm, each day.
For more information, ticket bookings, and updates, visit our website www.monteviotlights.co.uk