CANCELLED – Night of Fire & Light at Wakefield Cathedral

Sarah Gaffney-Lang, Families Editor

Visit now

Night of Fire & Light

Wakefield Cathedral, Wakefield
26-27 March 2020

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

Night of Fire and Light - flames in a tree
Book now

Due to the ongoing situation with  COVID-19, this event has been cancelled.  A statement from Wakefield Cultural Consortium, Wakefield BID, Walk The Plank and partners reads:

‘In light of the unprecedented effects of the coronavirus pandemic and government advice, Wakefield’s Night of Fire & Light will not be going ahead on Thursday 26 & Friday 27 March.  Our first priority is the health and well-being of everyone – our audiences, our company, our staff, and the entire community. This is why we have taken the decision not to go ahead.  

We really hope we can reschedule the event. It will take some time to work out the detail of this, find new dates and get everything in place. As soon as we know more we will be in touch with those who registered, and we will also post messages across social networks.  This applies to all Night of Fire & Light events, including the programme inside and outside Wakefield Cathedral, at All Saints Yard and the guided walk. Events advertised at other venues may also be affected – we recommend you visit the website of the venue for further information.  

We also wanted to take a moment to thank those who donated to support this event. As we hope to reschedule this event, we ask that you allow us to keep your donation to use at a later date. However, if you would prefer a refund, please contact Theatre Royal Wakefield’s Box Office Manager, Jill McGahan quoting your order reference number and they can arrange that for you.  

Night of Fire & Light was to be delivered by several organisations from across Wakefield and beyond.  From cultural organisations and local businesses to education providers and specialist companies, we had worked together to create something spectacular for our city. We hope we can share it with you soon.  In the meantime, we ask that you consider how you might be able to continue to support the diverse range of superb businesses and cultural organisations across our city and district in these uncertain, challenging times.  Our thoughts are with everyone who is being affected by this situation and we pass on our very best wishes to all of you and your loved ones.’ 

 

If you like your events with atmosphere then Night of Fire and Light is for you. Experience Wakefield Cathedral in the golden glow of a magical fire garden. Fire garden we hear you ask…

This is a major new event, in which you can experience the magnificent Wakefield Cathedral and its surrounding gardens like never before. Follow flame-lit pathways, discover beautifully carved flower boxes and be hypnotised by flame-filled floral chimneys.

Wakefield BID, in association with Wakefield Cultural Consortium and the award-winning international outdoor arts specialists, Walk The Plank, have come together to deliver a magical event. We don’t want to ruin the surprise by giving too much away, but… you can expect mechanical plants that burst into flames before your very eyes! There are also blazing begonias that pulse with flames and gently burning bulrushes. As well as lots of other treats, you’ll be joined in the evening by musicians and fire performers.

The event takes place over two nights and along with the dazzling fire garden you can also take part in a unique walking tour, The Carnival of the Animals, in which you can discover the birds, beasts and grotesqueries of Wakefield – sure to fascinate the whole family. The walk will be led by Kevin Trickett MBE, around some of Wakefield’s city centre streets. It will last between an hour and 90 minutes and will end at the Cathedral so you can go on to enjoy the Night of Fire and Light.

Night of Fire and Light

Over the past few years Wakefield has revealed itself as a place that has a thriving cultural scene. Home to galleries, theatres, castles and cathedrals, there’s a host of creative goings on for families that want to get out and about. The Night of Fire and Light is no exception. It’s set to be a unique and unforgettable event, sure to memorise young and old alike.

Where to go near CANCELLED – Night of Fire & Light at Wakefield Cathedral

Hern Food
Leeds
Restaurant
Hern

This produce-driven bistro in Chapel Allerton, Leeds, prides itself on cooking with the only finest ingredients and his headed up by Cordon Bleu-trained chef Rab Adams.

Indie Makers
Leeds
Shop
Indie Makers

Indie Makers, located in Leads’ corn exchange, trades in art and gifts from independent makers across the UK.

Plant Point
Leeds
Shop
Plant Point

Plant Point is designed to help you bring the jungle into your urban or suburban space. The home of beautiful plants in Leeds.

Leeds
Restaurant
Eat Your Greens

Eat Your Greens is a vibrant, organic restaurant bringing a hint of European flair to the city’s plant-based dining scene.

Sela opened in 2004 with an idea to provide quality imported beers from around the world, fun cocktails to compliment the beer selections and a stage for the region’s finest and most talented musicians to play on.Over ten years later, we’re still all about the beer, cocktails, live music and pizza!We carry over a selection of over thirty different beers spanning the globe from Pickering with The Great Yorkshire Brewery’s Yorkshire Blackout, to New York with a selection from Brooklyn Brewery, and Belgium with longtime Sela favourite, Vedett.Our cocktails change regularly too. Our best-sellers are joined by fun, new offerings and our pizza menu is regarded as one of the best the city of Leeds has to offer.As for the live music, Sela has had not only the great and the good from the region. Local funksters, The New Mastersounds are regular visitors and we stage the amazing Mojah Reggae Band for their weekly Wednesday residency.  Our other long running programming incl
Leeds
Restaurant
Sela Bar & Pizzeria

Sela Bar is a cosy Leeds basement spot with live music, great drinks, and a cool, laid-back, atmospheric vibe.

Leeds Beckett SU
Leeds
Restaurant
Leeds Beckett Student Union

Leeds Beckett Student Union hosts big-name artists and supports students through events, live music, and a vibrant campus venue.

Located on Cardigan Fields Leisure Park, Vue Leeds Kirkstall is a nine screen cinema with almost 2000 seats. There's ample parking and the cinema is surrounded by various restaurants and entertainment facilities, making for a great evening out!

Watch the latest film releases and enjoy the industry-leading Sony 4K Digital screens, boasting spectacular picture quality, along with enhanced audio quality courtesy of Dolby 'Profound Sound'. Stepped SuperVue seating means you will never miss a second of the action while VIP seating guarantees you an extra touch of luxury whenever you want to upgrade.

Three of the nine screens showcase the newest 3D releases while Vue Classical brings the latest stage sensations to the big screen, and parents can save as they go with Family Tickets and Kids AM screenings offering great value for money.
Leeds
Cinema
Vue Cinema – Leeds Kirkstall Road

Located on Cardigan Fields Leisure Park, Vue Leeds Kirkstall is a nine screen cinema with almost 2000 seats. There’s ample parking and the cinema is surrounded by various restaurants and

Restaurant 2
Leeds
Café or Coffee Shop
Empire Café

Empire Café is located in Leeds’ ‘home of day dining’- Fish street!

Restaurant
Leeds
Restaurant
Phranakhon

Phranakhon Thai Tapas is a revolutionised Thai dining restaurant with a combination of European indulgence and authentic Thai tastes.

Restaurant
Leeds
Restaurant
Wen’s

Wen’s is a family owned Chinese restaurant specialising in authentic, home cooked cuisine.

What's on: Families

Haphazard 2025 at Z-arts
FamiliesManchester
Haphazard 2025 at Z-arts

A free day of bizarre behaviour and exciting live performance at Z-arts. Expect the unexpected. Playful, unpredictable, and not easily forgotten.

Free entry
Africana and Caribbean Food Fest
FestivalsLeeds
African & Caribbean Food Fest 2025

Calling people of Leeds and beyond! The city’s favourite African and Caribbean Food Fest is back, and this year it’s turning up the heat with Harmony of Colours, a celebration…

Free entry

Culture Guides

Star Nhà Ease
Cinema in the North

July's cinema highlights include spotlights on international cinema, a new cult classic, plus a visit from one of our favourite directors.

Exhibitions in the North

Captivating, urgent and intimate - we bring you our top exhibition picks, with even more art festivals, artist-led shows and new venues.

Theatre in Manchester
Theatre in the North

Summer signals theatre festivals, world premieres and open-air spectacle - from MIF25 to comedy, outdoor circus and beyond, here’s what we’re looking forward to.

European Poetry Festival European Camarade
Literature Events in the North

From tongue-twisters to twisty page-turners, we have all kinds of spoken word surprises in the latest literature round-up.