Immersive Experience
Winter 2025: York
A Winter Realm Hides In The Heart Of York...
Behind the bustle of Stonegate, beyond the glow of the shopfronts,
lies a beautiful ice-cave theatre - an immersive, atmospheric experience inviting you to step into another land, and into a heart-warming experience of fire, ice and light.
Immersive
Winter Theatre
Visit an ethereal space hidden inside of historic York. An artistic winter theatre where interpretive light, fabric and shadow tell a seasonal story.
Cosy up on cushions, rugs and seats under and drift into a moment of icey charm, magic and peace as you set your heart for the Christmas period.
What Is It?
Animated
Light Show
Under falling snow light and by fireside projections, this projection-art experience delights with big, bold, seasonal visuals, which blend into The Winter Queen's story - a brand new tale this December. Crafted by media design experts using artistic silhouette, shadow and light - meet the Winter Queen and her beautiful animals. A one of a kind installation, only in York this winter.
Spell-Binding
Sound
Immerse in fireside crackles and shimmering winter notes that tinkle like ice as you submerge into winter. Our storyteller’s gentle voice then leads you deeper into the tale, as the soundscape unfurls into an enchanting orchestral piece. Not to be missed, the evocative sound turns this York hideaway into moments of festive joy.
Highlights
Each ticket admits you into a 20-minute timeslot, which includes:
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A boutique winter experience, tucked away from the busy city.
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An artistic, immersive ice-cave theatre setting, lit with drifting snow, frosted textures and soft winter glows.
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A beautifully crafted projection experience - a story and film created exclusively for this installation.
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A magical orchestral soundtrack inspired by The Snow Maiden, with gentle narration and charming winter sound effects.
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A family-friendly moment of calm and wonder in the heart of York - spellbinding for children, soothing for adults.
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An optional moment of simple participation that’s woven into the story.
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A chance to relax Christmas and immerse in the wintery glow.
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An opportunity for photos with projected snow falling on you, as you leave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please note that the Experience is within Fabrication store which is open for browsing and buying. Fabrication team members aren't running The Winter Queen Experience and will direct you to TWQE website or team members if you have any queries.
Please consult 'Frequently Asked Questions' section for more information on the Experience, Venue, Access and Ticket policies.
'The Winter Queen Experience' a trading part of AY-PE Ltd 06731818 (c) 2025