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October to November 4 2007 - Abbotsbury
Sub
Tropical
Gardens, Dorset.
The
Gardens stay open until 8.30pm for magical lighting, Christmas shopping
and great food in the Old Colonial Tea-house.
From
the 18th October the Gardens will stay open from
10a.m.
until
8.30p.m.
The floodlights will be turned on at dusk each evening. It is
recommended that visitors come late afternoon to enjoy the autumn colour
in daylight, then have supper / soup or a snack in the Tea House before
going round again after dusk when the lights are turned on.
Christmas shopping can also be enjoyed in the Gardens Shop which is decked
out with Christmas gifts.
Times
- From
the 18th October the Gardens will stay open from
10a.m.
until
8.30p.m.
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October to November 4 2007 - Enchanted Forest - Perthshire
The focus of this year’s event will be ‘Creation’, with
spectacular lighting effects being used to illustrate the earth’s
history from its early volcanic state, the Ice Age and the Jurassic era
right through to modern times.
On arrival visitors will follow an illuminated pathway through Faskally
woods, where the sound and lighting will be themed to represent the
earth’s original magma state. Arriving at a special lochside viewing
area, visitors will be treated to a spectacular 10 minute choreographed
sound and light show which, with the help of high level aerial lighting
effects, coloured water jets and smoke, will gradually see a scene of
turmoil develop and the loch turn into a bubbling cauldron!
Following the explosive start, more subdued lighting effects will
follow, giving the impression of the earth as a blank canvas ripe for
development, with greens and yellows becoming the predominant colours as
the foliage and natural structure are highlighted. The finale of the show
will see the loch take on the appearance of a modern day cityscape, with a
series of artificial structures being created via solid blocks of light
around the loch’s perimeter.
Tickets,
which must be booked in advance, go on sale on 13th July from
Ticketmaster, Tel. 0844
847 1544, or online at www.ticketmaster.co.uk, priced £9.50
(Adults), £4.50 (Children
under 15), £8.50 (Concessions). Children under 5 admitted free. No car
parking will be available at Faskally on performance nights, however
ticket prices include a return bus shuttle service from Fishers Hotel in
Pitlochry.
For
further information visit www.enchantedforest.org.uk.
A range of other events will run alongside The Enchanted Forest in
Pitlochry this Autumn, including ghost tours, storytelling, musicians,
street entertainers and a special Hallowe’en Marquee. For more
information go to www.pitlochryautumnfestival.co.uk.
Walsall Arboretum
Illuminations - Details awaited
19 - 28 October
2007 - Enchanted Garden, Brodsworth
Hall, South Yorkshire
A sublime night-time experience.
The magnificently restored Victorian Gardens are illuminated to become a
place of wonder and enchantment. This garden walk will delight young and
old alike as the garden features are bathed with colourful light, with a
surprise around every corner.
The shop will be open and refreshments available on these special evening
openings. Please note there is no access to the Hall itself.
Times 6.30 - 9.
Pre-booking recommended - Tel 0870 333 1183
20 October -
27th January - The Enchanted Wood, The Christmas Adventure, Stockeld
Park, Yorkshire. The
Christmas Adventure
Situated near Harrogate and Leeds is a mixture of theatre and fantasy.
The Enchanted Wood is illuminated with a host of superb lighting effects.
As you walk round you will come across illuminated creatures of the
forest, as well as stunning tableaux and enchanted figures.
Also outdoor skating rink, nordic ski trail, snowflake maze, Santas
grotto and Christmas shop.
Times see The
Christmas Adventure
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October 2007 onwards - Darkest Muncaster - Be Enlightened - Muncaster
Castle - Cumbria.
'Darkest Muncaster - Be Enlightened' is a stimulating brand new concept
which transforms Muncaster's famous gardens into an experience which will
tingle your senses and entertain the entire family! For full list of times
and dates visit.
http://www.muncaster.co.uk/web2006/darkestmuncaster/dm.html
Times
- Oct 22nd - 28th & 31st -
Every Saturday & Sunday in November & December
extra dates 26th - 28th December. Cafe open
serving meals until 8pm. Opening Times 2007/8
dusk - 9pm (last entries 8pm)
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October – Wednesday 31 October 2007 - The Illuminated Garden, Killerton
- (National Trust) - Devon
Killerton’s
renowned hillside garden will be spectacularly lit at night revealing its
glorious autumnal colour Enjoy a walk around Killerton’s special garden
at night and see the rare tree collection and many unusual exotic plants
in a whole new light!
On
Saturday 27
and Wednesday 31 October there will be special Hallowe’en nights in
the illuminated garden, suitable for all the family. Discover the spooks,
witches, werewolfs, zombies and ghouls that lurk in Killerton’s garden
at night! Christina Le Fley, House Steward at Killerton and event
organiser, commented: ‘These evenings are always enormously popular.
Visitors have great fun walking around the illuminated garden and finding
the creatures of the night that are lurking there. We try to make the
night entertaining without being too scary for little ones (or anyone who
scares easily!). The National Trust staff and volunteers really enjoy
spending the evening dressed up, hiding in the garden scaring people!’
Times
- The
Illuminated Garden at Killerton is open Friday 26 – Wednesday 31
October; Fri 26 & Sat 27 Oct 7–9pm, Sun 28 – Wed 31 Oct 6–8pm.
NT member: adult £2, child £1, family £5; non-member: adult £4, child
£2, family £10.
Times 6 - 9pm.
Tel
- 01392 881345,
killerton@nationaltrust.org.uk
23 November
to 9 December 2007 - The Enchanted Woodland, Syon
Park, London -
Syon
Park's arboretum will be transformed into an ' Enchanted Woodland '. A
blaze of coloured lights will capture the shapes and textures of the
ancient trees with stunning illuminations. The garden walk is a
celebration of autumn and it is recommended to wrap up warm as it will be
frosty near the lake. There will be stalls selling traditional quality
British refreshments. Further background on Syon Park at www.syonpark.co.uk
.
Times - Admission is from 5pm. until 8pm. and tickets are £5 for
adults and £2 for children from the age of 3 - 16 years. Further ticket
information email info@syonpark.co.uk
or telephone: 020 8560 0882.
November/December - Time of Gifts - Details awaited - - Eden
Project - St Austell, Cornwall
Back again,
including ice skating.
30 November - 16
December
2007 ( Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays ) - Dyffryn,
Wales - Light up the Night
-
Enjoy a walk through the Arboretum and see the magnificent illuminated
trees. Bring a torch.
Special Christmas Weekend events 15th to 17th December.
Times - 5.30 - 8.30 Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only.
Tel 02920 593328
1 - 16 December 2007 - Family Christmas Tree Trail and Lantern Lit Trail
-
Calke Abbey, Derbyshire
Follow the Christmas tree trail around the grounds
and see the church decorated for Christmas. Celebrating Christmas
past and present, there will be traditional Victorian trees and more
contemporary style trees to enjoy. Try some tree dressing,
children's craft activities and visit Father Christmas in his grotto.
Follow the tree trail lit by festive lighting in the grounds of
Calke Abbey. A magical experience for all the family. Enjoy a
mulled wine and mince pie in the Restaurant and answer all those Christmas
present problems in the shop.
£4 adult, £3 children, £15 family ticket, NT members free
Father Christmas' grotto £3 per child (includes present)
Times - Christmas Tree Trail -1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th December 11am
- 3.30pm
Lantern Lit Tree Trail (dates as above) 4.30pm - 7pm
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- 2 December 2007. " A Magical Christmas Wonderland " Highnam
Court, Gloucestershire.
The
event is in aid of The Pied Piper Appeal and Cobalt Appeal Fund (two local
charities).
Times - Starts at 4.00pm and finishes at 7.00pm.
30 November
– 23 December 2007,
The Enchanted Christmas, Westonbirt
Arboretum, Gloucestershire.
Take
a walk through the famous Enchanted Wood.
See the beauty and wonder of the trees lit up at night.
The ‘must see’ event of the Christmas period. A magical
atmosphere to be enjoyed by adults and children alike. Plus carol singing,
Christmas carvery, roast chestnuts and mulled wine! For carvery details
phone 01666 880220
Times Every
Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening
5 – 8.30pm
(last entry at
7.30pm
)
7 - 16 December 2007 - Spetchley Park Gardens,
Worcestershire -
The
magnificent finale to the year. Spetchley is lit with hundreds of lights
to guide you through the gardens.
Spetchley Park’s 2007 Illuminated Trail will be slightly different from
last year, with new lighting effects and a different route. But the same
aim for the Gardens to be transformed into a floodlit 'Winter Wonderland'
for the delight and pleasure of our visitors is the same.
As you take a walk through the historic gardens of the Berkeley family
you'll get into the Christmas spirit with the atmosphere and moods - plus
Father Christmas will be making another visit.
The floodlit trail loops around the gardens, leading the visitor from one
set piece to another and exploits the many different vistas and secret
areas that Spetchley boasts. Those of you who are frequent visitors to the
garden during the summer will find that in the dark of winter it will be a
very new and exciting experience.
In addition to the trail there will be catering facilities on site
providing hot food and drinks, which can be enjoyed both before and after
your winter wander.
Times - The Trail opens at 16:30 and the last entry will be 19:45.
We regret no dogs are allowed apart from assistance dogs. Sensible winter
footwear should be worn.
If you would like any further information then please phone 01453 810303,
or email hb@spetchleygardens.co.uk
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