Three visits to the same National Trust property within a week or so may seem excessive but we went first in an evening to see the illuminated garden trail, back in day-time when the house and garden were open, and back for a final visit with grandson.
I particularly loved the outdoor illumination which seem to have increased since last year. Three sides of the house were illuminated with changing light-shows and accompanying music, among the trees were wild animals and their footprints , a scattering of snow-flakes, and another display of light and sound. Totally magical/
Back at the house, we headed for the tunnels which once made a hidden access between house and service quarters. These too were illuminated, with trees and woodland animals leading the way back to the old brewhouse and modern cafe and shop..
Going back to the house in daylight, we found it had been taken over by Calke's knitted Christmas mice, playing in the snow, decorating a tree, and cooking up a seasonal feast. A lovely whimsical take on decorations.
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