Edinburgh Castle celebrates 900th anniversary with the Castle of Light
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The Castle of Light attraction returns to Edinburgh Castle as the iconic Scots location celebrates its 900th anniversary.
Transforming the city’s skyline for a fifth fantastic year, Castle of Light promises to get the party started this winter as Edinburgh Castle is illuminated with extraordinary light and sound displays.
In a spectacular celebration fit for all ages, guests are invited to come face to face with history as the stories of Scotland’s past unravel in a tapestry of all-new storytelling projections.
A visual spectacle
Brought together by a consortium of the finest digital and visual talent in Scotland, in partnership with Historic Environment Scotland (HES), the larger-than-life installations are set to bring the revelry to locals and visitors alike as tales throughout the city’s history dance across the castle walls in the unique after-dark walking trail.
Castle of Light producer Alastair Young said of the attraction: “Celebrating 900 years of the city allows us to bring tales from Edinburgh’s past back to life through spectacular displays which are sure to brighten up the winter months.”
Steven Duncan, director of marketing and engagement for HES said: “Now in its fifth fantastic year, Castle of Light continues to amaze with even bigger, brighter and more breathtaking state-of-the-art projections. This year is no exception as we gear up to celebrate Edinburgh’s 900th anniversary in style.”
An all-new attraction
The spectacle is all new for this year, and guests can walk in the footsteps of historical figures as they navigate through the attraction.
This year’s display offers immersive illuminations and entrancing installations guiding visitors through 900 years of Edinburgh’s rich history.
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