Christmas came early as the Duchess of Northumberland cut the ribbon on the world's largest play structure at the Alnwick Garden on Wednesday afternoon.
Hundreds of children were present for the opening of Lilidorei, a magical village where it's Christmas year-round. It is home to nine clans; including elves, hobgoblins and fairies; who worship the festive season, The clans are based around the six-slided Elfwin Drin, the central structure which at 26 metres, is taller than the Angel of the North.
The magical play park has been 12 years in the making and the designs have come from the imagination of the Duchess of Northumberland, Jane Percy. It was also supported by a £15 million-plus investment as part of the Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal.
