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The Enchanted Christmas
October 2007 Press ReleaseWestonbirt lights up for an Enchanted Christmas
After the amazing natural wonder of autumn colour at the National Arboretum, Westonbirt it’s time for the trees to take centre stage again for the Enchanted Wood. For the past 11 years the event has attracted many thousands of visitors who come wrapped up in winter woollies to experience the historic tree garden in a different light! 
The trees will be bathed in thousands of coloured lights for the annual Christmas illuminations, but this year it will be greener than ever as new contractors, lighting design company Astral, bring their eco-friendly brilliance to Westonbirt for the first time. The Kent-based company will be using only bio diesel fuels and state of the art energy efficient lighting units.
James Waudby from Astral Designs said he was delighted to be working on this premier event. “I won’t give too much away, but amongst the many special effects will be a giant spider web and a grotto with a soundscape of giggling fairies.”
Rachael Miller, Event Manager at the arboretum, said: “This event has become a real Christmas tradition for many families. Last year we received lots of letters telling us how much visitors enjoyed the Enchanted Wood, the live music, seasonal fare and the magical Christmas atmosphere.”
Father Christmas will be switching on the lights and officially opening the trail on Friday November 30th at 4.30pm. He’ll arrive on a sleigh pulled by reindeer to greet hundreds of local schoolchildren and visitors. Each night of the event, Father Christmas will be strolling around meeting families and finding out which children have been naughty or nice!
The Enchanted Christmas event is open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from November 30th to December 23rd, from 5pm – 8.30pm (last admission to the Enchanted Wood 7.30pm). Admission price: Adults £7, Child £3, Concession £6. Advance booking unnecessary.
There will also be lots of seasonal food and drink available. For those wanting something special, Maples restaurant will be serving their popular two-course Christmas Carvery for only £15.95 for adults and £7.95 for children. Advance booking only on 01666 880558.
Daytime visitors can get into the Christmas spirit by following a special seasonal family trail through the woods. And don’t forget to take a tree home with you – the Plant centre has a great selection of sustainably-sourced Christmas trees on sale from 1st – 23rd December, 10am – 5pm.
For more information contact 01666 880147 or go to www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt
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