EAST Lothian’s first Winter Wonderland is set to bring festive joy at Gosford House.
The venue, near Longniddry, will play host to Scotland’s newest Winter Wonderland from tomorrow (Friday) until next Thursday (December 23).
Event designers Rogue Village and Rogue City are creating a vintage-inspired Christmas experience befitting of the historic backdrop, featuring a Victorian carousel and chair swings, Christmas land train trips around the grounds, carnival stalls, marketplace, donkeys and a Christmas tree post box maze.
Jennifer Maniam, Rogue Village co-director, said: “We’re creating something that captures the magic of Christmas – something that makes everyone feel like a six-year-old on Christmas Eve.
“This year more than most, we want people to be able to socialise with loved ones in a safe environment.”
Those wishing to explore inside Gosford House can book a house tour or take part in workshops and festive activities.
These include Christmas table styling by Style Your Spaces, whisky tasting from Glenkinchie, wreath-making from Feathergrass Florals and ballet classes from Art East, former Royal Ballet principal dancers.
Alison Bombail, Gosford venue manager, added: “We want to bring an authentic Christmas experience to our locality, while celebrating the local talent we are so lucky to be surrounded with.
“We also hope to see lots of families joining in the festive cheer.”
Some of Scotland’s leading independent food and drink producers, artists and designers will be available at the market stalls.
Traders will include Bon Tot, The Portobello Bookshop and Dook.
Peter Maniam, co-director, said: “We’re steering away from the strangely traditional German market and creating a marketplace that is representative of the incredible independent brands here in Scotland.
“We want to encourage spending and supporting local.”
The food and drink area, sponsored by Wemyss Malts, includes cosy tipi tents complete with an open fire.
Food and drink will be provided by Steampunk Coffee, Herringbone, Fox Hat, Wild at Heart and The Wee Green Van.
For tickets or more information, visit roguevillage.com/gosford-house-winter-wonderland
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