Carlisle is preparing to dazzle residents with a captivating light and sound show this upcoming February.
The spectacle, named 'Crown and Coronation', will transform some of Carlisle's most iconic landmarks.
Produced by Historic Royal Palaces and Luxmuralis, the show will journey through the history of coronations, with projections illuminating the landmarks.
The event, organised with the support of Cumberland Council's Discover Carlisle team, will transport the glory of the Crown Jewels 300 miles away from their usual home at the Tower of London.
Tickets for the event, scheduled from Thursday, February 15 to Saturday, February 17, are already on sale.
Councillor Anne Quilter, Cumberland Council’s Executive Member for Vibrant and Healthy Places, said: “Following the success of Carlisle City of Lights, more areas within Cumberland will form part of a series of events called The Light District.
"We are delighted to welcome the Historic Royal Palaces and Luxmuralis event to Carlisle as the first event within this new programme. This is a real coup for the city as, so far, it is the northernmost venue announced to host the light and sound spectacular."
Crown and Coronation was created by Historic Royal Palaces, the charity that cares for the Tower of London, in partnership with Luxmuralis.
Following a nine-day run at the iconic fortress, the extravaganza will run across three nights in Carlisle.
It will take place inside Carlisle Cathedral, outside of The Fratry (in the Cathedral grounds), Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery and within the grounds of Carlisle Castle
Projections will narrate over 1,000 years of history, spanning across reigns of influential English monarchs such as William the Conqueror, Elizabeth I, and Queen Victoria.
Visitors will also witness detailed footage of the Crown Jewels, the symbolic heart of the coronation ceremonies, lighting up Carlisle's historic architectures.
Show timings are between 6.30pm and 9pm daily.
Charles Farris, Public Historian for the History of the Monarchy at Historic Royal Palaces, said: "The Crown Jewels hold deep religious, historic, and cultural significance, and we are really excited to be bringing this magnificent collection to people around the UK following a historic Coronation year.
"Crown and Coronation will immerse visitors in the rich history of the British monarchy, Coronations, and the Crown Jewels.”
Peter Walker, Sculptor and Artist at Luxmuralis, said: “We are delighted to be working with Historic Royal Palaces and Discover Carlisle on this spectacular light show, which will transform some of the UK’s most remarkable buildings into an articulating and evolving display of historic images, awash with light and accompanied by compositions which chart changes to music over the period.”
With adult tickets priced at £8.50, child tickets at £7.50 and free entry for those under five, tickets are available at www.skiddle.com or directly from the Carlisle Tourist Information Centre.
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