CLIFFORD’S Tower is to stay open at night to visitors as part of the Illuminating York Festival.
The opening hours at the English Heritage site will be extended until 9pm for four days only to cater for the festival, which takes place, from October 26 to 29, making it a rare treat for visitors who have traditionally only been able to enjoy the view from the tower in the daytime.
A makeover of the tower is also planned, with a 30-inch diameter mirror ball set to be suspended over the inner courtyard and organisers are also currently seeking ballroom dancers for the event.
Visitors will experience a different view of the whole city, from lights reflecting in the river Ouse to an illuminated Minster.
Visitors can also download several podcasts to accompany their view from the top, but for the next month an additional podcast on paranormal activities at the site will also be available.
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