Pretty pictures give a sneak preview of Alnwick illuminations ahead of Christmas light trail launch

Beautiful illuminations are set to provide Alnwick with some festive cheer.
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Several buildings around the town centre will get a new look as part of The Alnwick Garden Christmas Light Trail which launches on Friday.

There will be light installations at The Market Place, The Northumberland Hall, Fenkle Street, Narrowgate, Bailiffgate and Paikes Lane.

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Mark Brassell, director of The Alnwick Garden, said: “We have extended our Christmas Light Trail to run from December 4-31, giving families more opportunities to come and enjoy our festive offering in a Covid-safe environment.

Light installation on Narrowgate, Alnwick. Picture by Jane Coltman.Light installation on Narrowgate, Alnwick. Picture by Jane Coltman.
Light installation on Narrowgate, Alnwick. Picture by Jane Coltman.

“We are excited to be able to work with the Alnwick Chamber of Trade, the town council and numerous stakeholders to be able to include an additional light installation in Alnwick town that complements the great work done by the lights team.

“The intention is to send some much-needed footfall towards our local, independent retailers."

Ian McAllister, head of marketing and communications, added: "There is no doubt that 2020 has been a tough year, particularly for the independent traders of Alnwick but with a wartime-like resistance, it goes to show that whatever is thrown at us we can get through it.

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"The lights in Alnwick town centre are testament to everyone involved and they look absolutely fantastic. I'm sure people will be desperate to get out and revel in the Christmas cheer - all socially distanced, of course!"

The junction of Narowgate and Fenkle Street. Picture by Jane Coltman.The junction of Narowgate and Fenkle Street. Picture by Jane Coltman.
The junction of Narowgate and Fenkle Street. Picture by Jane Coltman.

Peter Shorten, director of R & M Productions which installed the town centre displays, said: "There is some great architecture in Alnwick and the new displays are designed to complement the fantastic show put on by the lights team.”

Chairman Lisa Aynsley said: “The Chamber of Trade is thrilled, grateful and extremely excited to be working alongside the Alnwick Garden to bring this to life.

"It’s exactly what the town needs after such a tough year.

Looking along pedestrianised Narrowgate. Picture by Jane ColtmanLooking along pedestrianised Narrowgate. Picture by Jane Coltman
Looking along pedestrianised Narrowgate. Picture by Jane Coltman
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"I would like to extend a huge thank you to the vast array of people and businesses who have been involved in making this happen from donations, funding and grants through to housing and providing power for the light projectors – an excellent example of what can be achieved when people work together.”

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