A "bizarre" new attraction is coming to York city centre.

The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring will be opening in January 2025. Coming to Merchantgate, the new 'world' of optical illusions and exhibits is set to cater to people of all ages.

Its founders have said that The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring will feature more than 20 different illusions, offering a "spellbinding experience".

"From a sideways living room where gravity seems to defy logic, to a room where children suddenly appear taller than their parents, every corner of this mind-bending world will leave you questioning reality," they added.

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This family-run business is the brain-child of Matthew and Marianne Tritton-Hughes.

"We’re absolutely thrilled to bring this unique attraction to York," said Matthew and Marianne.

"We can’t wait to see visitors’ imaginations run wild and their perceptions turned upside down. 

"Whether you’re a York resident or a visitor, this is your chance to step into the bizarre and wonderful world of Professor Kettlestring – where seeing is definitely not always believing."

They said that they took inspiration from the 19th-century York inventor, Professor Kettlestring.

Matthew and Marianne added that the attraction will bring 12 new jobs to the city centre.

A spokesperson for the attraction added: "The Puzzling World of Professor Kettlestring is York's most brain-tickling, mind boggling experience! 

"It doesn't matter how old you are, if you're looking for a day out in York with the kids or you want to perplex your colleagues, our attraction is designed for curious minds of all ages.

"You'll find us on Merchantgate and everything is indoors so it's the perfect place to enjoy a day out in York, whatever the weather.  Inside you'll find interactive, educational and hands on experiences the kind of which you've never seen before."