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In Photos: The Festival of Light 2022, Longleat
The Festival of Light illuminates Roald Dahl’s unforgettable worlds, bringing visitors into the heart of his stories.
A winding road takes you on a journey through each of his iconic classics, from the land of the BFG, into Wonka’s famous chocolate factory, all the way to the depths of Miss Trunchbull’s chokey.
Encounter giants which tower above trees as the winter sun sets – photo: Ella Calland
Step inside Wonka’s Chocolate Factory, can you spot Augustus Gloop? – photo: Ella Calland
The vibrant lanterns pay homage to Dahl’s quirky worlds – photo: Ella Calland
Encounter the magic of the BFG’s cave – photo: Ella Calland
Like moths to a flame, it is easy to become mesmerised by each lantern scene, which draws you into iconic moments from the books.
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The magic is in the details, which stay true to Dahl’s quirks – spot Augustus Gloop stuck in a chocolate filled tube, and walk through the smoke which bellows from Harry Wormwood’s faulty car.
You’ve got a golden ticket! Meet each of Wonka’s “lucky” ticket holders – photo: Ella Calland
Oompla loompa’s roll Violet Beauregarde through a world of pure imagination – photo: Ella Calland
The 5-metre-tall BFG plays his horn against the night sky – photo: Ella Calland
Matila’s dads deals with another faulty car at Wormwood Motors – photo: Ella Calland
The Wondrous Worlds of Roald Dahl captures the spirit of these enchanting yet frightening tales, with hundreds of lanterns bringing his most-loved (and most-hated) characters to life.
Each lightscape blends the real with the Roald, James’ giant peach reflects upon a rippling moat, Giants tower above trees and oompa loompas nestle into bushes as if painted across Longleat’s lush landscape.
James’ giant peach floats upon Longleat’s moat – photo: Ella Calland
Of course the festival featured Miss Trunchbull’s pigtail hammer throw moment – photo: Ella Calland
The Festival of Light brings Roald Dahl’s childhood classics to life – photo: Ella Calland
The Festival of Light takes the words of one of the greatest storytellers of our time off the page, transforming them into a breathtaking spectacle.
Whether discovering Dahl’s worlds for the first time, or returning as an old friend, this immersive experience will have you captivated.
For those who grew up reading Roald Dahl’s stories this trip down memory lane leaves a sense of nostalgia which glows long after the lanterns have trailed into the distance.
Longleat’s Festival of Light is running until 8th January. Tickets are available at www.longleat.co.uk.
Main photo: Ella Calland
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