Harewood has revealed further details of its much-anticipated Christmas event, A Glittering Invitation: Harewood’s Grand Christmas Ball, promising opulent decor and “amped up” Regency aesthetic evocative of the smash hit Netflix series Bridgerton.

Harewood is partnering up with innovative digital installations specialist Tom Le Bon and BOSUN Studio to create a series of stunning digital projections to add to the experience. From whispered gossip and showstopping fireworks to the private reflections of the glittering host, these moments offer visitors a glimpse into the imagined lives of Harewood’s Grand Ball guests.

The stately home has worked with TV interior designer, Siobhan Murphy, to finalise the details for the event which in her own words promises to be a “feast for the senses”, including an ombre 18ft Christmas tree made of 700 second hand ballerina tutus in the Entrance Hall.

More than 300 pairs of pointe shoes have also been donated by the English National Ballet as part of its initiative, The Drop-Off Pointe which recycles and repurposes dancers’ used shoes. Siobhan is spray painting these various shades of pink, pairing them with ribbon and bows then using them to create smaller rotating shoes in the Entrance Hall.

As guests move into the Gallery, they’ll witness lifelike projections of ball guests gathered at the edge of the room, gossiping about the unfolding events. The room will be filled with ballgowns sourced from Leeds Playhouse alongside couture pieces by fashion designer Julia Clancy.

The final chapter unfolds in the Servants’ Hall, where it will appear that staff have been enjoying their own glittering celebration. The room will be filled with music, laughter and dancing and through the windows, visitors will see a stunning projection of fireworks bursting over Almscliffe Cragg. It’s a reminder that every corner of the house has its own story to tell. It will be a stunning room in terms of decor too with paper chains handmade from hundreds of vintage papers as well as Christmas trees made of second hand copper pans, brass jugs and spoons.

Siobhan has worked tirelessly alongside Harewood’s committed volunteers to create well over 10,000 handmade decorations using secondhand items for the event; including over 2,000 items saved from car boots and second hand shops.

Harewood is also collaborating with DOME, the Trust’s Official Christmas Fragrance Partner for A Glittering Invitation: Harewood’s Grand Christmas Ball. Building on the success of last year’s partnership, DOME returns to infuse Harewood with a bespoke festive scent experience. Paired with Siobhan Murphy’s signature maximalism, bold patterns and joyous colour, these curated scentscapes will transport guests through multi-sensory regency-inspired installations, making this year’s celebration truly unforgettable.