Sneak peek of Christmas at Harewood 2025 on BBC Look North

BBC Look North joined us to take a look behind the scenes at the work that goes into Christmas at Harewood. With just over 100 days until Christmas to go, renowned maximalist interior designer Siobhan Murphy has already dived head first into the festivities, working with dozens of volunteers at Harewood to create over 5,000 handmade decorations using secondhand items. There’s a real focus on upcycling for this year’s event, A Glittering Invitation: Harewood's Grand Christmas Ball, with 300 vintage leather-bound books sourced from St Gemma’s Hospice in Leeds and over 2,000 items saved from car boots and second-hand shops. The volunteers along with Siobhan, who’s been appointed Creative Director of Christmas at Harewood in 2025, have spent over 500 hours creating these intricate decorations. Sneak peek footage previewing the event shows opulent colours, vintage ornaments and plentiful textures, adding to the immersive sensory experience.