Anglesey Abbey pulls the plug on winter lights trail in 'difficult decision'

The National Trust has announced the end of a winter lights trail at one of its Cambridgeshire properties. The winter lights trail at Anglesey Abbey has been running for 12 years but has now been cancelled.

A spokesperson for Anglesey Abbey said the decision to end the event had been 'difficult'. They said: "Following a review of our winter programme, we've made the difficult decision to stop running our Winter Lights event at Anglesey Abbey.

"For 12 years, our staff and volunteers have enjoyed putting on this nature-inspired evening event that we know is a highlight in many people's festive calendars. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our visitors who have come along to support us."

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They added: "We understand that this will come as a disappointment for many, but we feel that we've reached a natural point where we now need to channel our energy into new and exciting opportunities to showcase the wonderful gardens and house in our care at Anglesey Abbey. We have an action-packed schedule of summer events lined up and will be looking forward to a different Christmas time at Anglesey Abbey – so watch this space."

People who have previously attended the winter lights trail described the decision as "such a shame" in comments on a Facebook post announcing the decision. Kate Jones said: "We live in Burwell and have been coming for the last three years. It's become a Christmas tradition for us."

Fan Aggy Walker said: "You have made the right decision. Go out on a high and relish the thought that you literally lit the way for others to copy."

Sarah Brown added: "So sorry to read this. We have enjoyed the lights at Anglesey Abbey and the last one was superb. Thank you for what the last 12 years of magic."