See Chiswick House in a new light as After Dark transforms the historic property and its grounds. Expect a brand new night walk and light display, a breathtaking setting and delicious food and drink aplenty
What is After Dark?
A brand new to 2018 lighting trail in Chiswick House & Gardens, featuring modern lighting installations. No reindeers or fake snow or Santa Clauses in sight; instead, vibrant, modern lighting displays showing Chiswick House and Gardens in a whole new light. Perfect for office parties, friends, winter outings, parties and partners looking to dial up their date night.
7 you didn’t know about After Dark…
The Trail
The trail takes around 45 minutes and starts as soon as you enter from the Dukes Avenue Gate. The trail guides you through the beautiful gardens through a series of modern lighting installations. Refreshments available at the beginning, middle and end.
The House & Kasabian
Serge Pizzorno from Kasabian created an original piece of music for the lighting show on the house. It’s a 4.5 minute classical piece inspired by this year’s beautiful autumnal season. Serge visited Chiswick to personally sign off the house show before the opening.
Wishing Tree & Mind Charity
Our wishing tree was designed by artist Finn Thomson and is called ‘Make it Private. It’s in partnership with Mind Charity who campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding of mental health. So far, we’ve raised over £1000.
The Moon
There is a 6-meter moon hanging amongst the trees, a truly magical experience and a rare opportunity to get up close and personal with a full moon!
Dogs
After Dark makes a great evening dog walk, all dogs are welcome as long as they’re kept on a lead.
Baubles
Every Saturday’s & Sunday’s up until Christmas, Hackney Arts are adding a small touch of Christmas, decorate 3 baubles for £5, available in the Winter Pop Up Tent.
Winter Pop Up Bar & Street Food
The trail ends in the Winter Pop Up, a huge variety of drinks available from a special G&T, mulled wine, mulled cider and beers on tap provided by Fullers. London’s best street food provided by Taco Dave, Love Churros and The Duckshed. You can access this area without doing the trail via the entrance off the Great West Road.
For more information, visit after-dark.co.uk
