The nights are closing in, the first kiss of winter is on the wind and down in the woods by Pitlochry the mirror balls are spinning.

One of Scotland's biggest light shows has returned to light up the night - this time with huge dancing mirror giants, magical smoking tree stumps and even a marshmallow fire pit to toast away the nip in the air.

Now in its 15th year, the Enchanted Forest has grown from its humble beginnings with just 1500 people over three nights for its first show, to a month long performance of music and light.

Last year, a record 62,000 tickets were sold. Sales this year are already set to surpass this, with organisers hoping to reach 70,000 visitors.

This year's Enchanted Forest, called Shimmer, will run every night in October at Faskally Wood.

Spoiler alert! Think Harry Potter meets Fantasia with a twist of Hansel and Gretel thrown in.

There are giants - really big giants - made entirely out of mirrors and strings that you can make dance for you.

Winding through the forest are paths lit with pink leaves, blue trees and the occasional tree stump which you can touch to make your own glowing waterfall or release ethereal puffs of smoke.

The highlight for many this year though will be the lake display, a specially designed production of music, water and light that seems to be lifted straight from the pages of JK Rowling.

Light meets water in a stunning display with projections helping to create swirls and patterns right out on the still waters.

At one point, it seems as though Harry Potter himself could be there, summoning up a Patronus as a giant water bird of light appears to fly through the fountains.

There is also a storytelling yurt with fairy lights and dragons for younger forest walkers and two food stops along the way with a rather potent mulled wine for the adults.

Foodies can expect hot stovies, chilli, candied apples and a fire pit next to a hut with marshmallow sticks ready for the toasting.

It takes around 100 people every year, from designers to stewards and from ground staff to technicians, to put on this event.

It is a huge boost to the local economy though and brings in an estimated £2m to every year.

It's also an event that gives something back. Each year The Enchanted Forest has a dedicated charity evening.

This year's charity night is September 29th which will see proceeds from the night go to supporting the Scottish Charity Air Ambulance, Kidney Kids Scotland and British Heart Foundation Scotland.

The Enchanted Forest is also run as a charity, operated by a board of trustees drawn from the local community.

The money raised each year goes to fund a range of community projects, from pipe band uniforms to yoga classes for the elderly.

There have been some famous visitors to Enchanted Forest, including Tomas Jansen, head of sales for Walt Disney Parks who said the event was "well done and well executed".

Digital artists Squidsoup have an interactive treat in store this year too - a walk-through light installation that has been exhibited all over the world, from Australia to Mexico City.

Its display has already grown on a few Enchanted Forest fans.

"My first ever visit to Enchanted Forest and it was magical. I felt like a child again," says Melanie Chadd.

You should expect to be in the forest for between 60 to 90 minutes to fully appreciate the show.

Most visitors walk around the forest more than once during their visit.

Once you arrive in the forest you can stay as long as you like. The show closes at 10.30pm.

There are bathrooms in the woods - special rainbow light up ones to keep in with the theme.

Also, this is Scotland so it will probably rain at least once during the show's run, so do bring umbrellas, mud proof boots and a bobble hat if you can.

There are guides along the pathway with torches to help you out, though you are advised to not get too in touch with mother nature.

Stick to the paths and not the large lake beside them.