Get ready for a unique comedy event coming to one of North Yorkshire’s historic venues.
This March, Carlton Towers will open its spectacular Picture Gallery for a one-night-only evening of stand-up comedy by candlelight – bringing contemporary performance into the heart of this Grade I listed Yorkshire landmark.
Comedy royalty Paul Sinha and Morgan Rees, two of the UK’s most celebrated talents, will lead the bill alongside an up-and-coming local star.
Candlelit Comedy at Carlton Towers will take place on Saturday 7 March 2026 across two intimate sittings at 7pm and 9pm.
Paul Sinha is best known as ‘The Sinnerman’ on ITV’s The Chase, and Morgan Rees is a recent finalist of the BBC New Comedy Award.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of Carlton Towers’ Victorian interiors, the evening offers a fresh way to experience the house: blending heritage, atmosphere and live comedy in a completely new format.
Drinks will be available throughout the evening.
Candlelit Comedy at Carlton Towers is curated by HeritageXplore, a new platform celebrating Britain’s independent heritage houses through imaginative cultural programming. By bringing bold, modern events into historic spaces, HeritageXplore connects new audiences with the stories, spaces and character of these remarkable family homes.
The event is produced in collaboration with Comedy at the Castle, the team behind sell-out comedy nights in some of the UK’s most unforgettable locations. Founded by Harry Jenkins, Comedy at the Castle brings top comedians to extraordinary heritage locations – from castles and stately homes to gothic halls.
Tickets for Candlelit Comedy at Carlton Towers start from £17, and are available via the HeritageXplore website.
