Enlighten saw the town's key heritage buildings transformed, with contemporary art and light installations to savour. — Enlighten saw the town's key heritage buildings transformed, with contemporary art and light installations to savour. | Hyndburn Borough Council

placeholder image — Enlighten saw the town's key heritage buildings transformed, with contemporary art and light installations to savour. | Hyndburn Borough Council

25 spectacular pictures as 5,000 people join Coronation Street star at Accrington's Enlighten event

By Sean Gleaves

Digital Reporter

Published 29th Oct 2024, 18:24 GMT

A number of internationally renowned light sculptures descended on Accrington for a remarkable light event.

The event took place on Friday, October 25 and Saturday, October 26.

More than 5,000 people attended, including former Coronation Street star Julie Hesmondhalgh.

Take a look at our gallery below:

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