Christmas at Kew
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Christmas at Kew The Kew Gardens come alive for another enlightening celebration… Wo r d s C h a r l o t t e g o l z a r i
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icture this: you’re strolling along a path, lit up by fairy lights, one that winds through the gorgeous grounds of Kew Gardens, watching on as the dancing fountains perform their routine you see their reflection glowing on the water. Having made your way through the illuminated tunnel of lights, you reach the scented fire garden and find a warm place to sit down and relax. If this sounds like a perfect winter’s evening to you, then you need to head to Christmas at Kew. Back for the third year running, the botanical gardens’ Christmas spectacle promises to be a magical evening. Light shows aside, Christmas at Kew offers a range of activities to entertain both revellers of all ages. Indeed, while the Choir of the Holly Bushes will provide
ENJOY delicious mulled WINE or hot CHOCOLATE and toast YOUR OWN MARSHMALLOWS on an OPEN FIRE the festive soundtrack to the evening, you can enjoy warm spiced cider, mulled wine or hot chocolate and roast your own marshmallows on an open fire. Rather conveniently, a gift shop will be opening on the site for those who fancy doing some last minute Christmas shopping. For an extra special treat, why not take the little ones to white peaks? Here you’ll
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find a Victorian carousel, helter skelter and, of course, Santa’s Grotto. For adults that want to get in on the fun, there will also be vintage rides available outside of the children’s area. The seasonal illumination trail runs from 5-10pm on a few select dates, so we suggest booking in advance to secure your place on this magical journey. But, if you fancy visiting during the day, it is possible through normal admission. While you will still be able to sample the range of festive treats and activities, we really recommend seeing the extravaganza at night – the incredible array of colourful lights that bounce on to the Palm House is simply unmissable. Magical, family-friendly fun for all. ◆ Throughout December, Royal Botanical Garden, Kew, TW9; kew.org
DECEMBER 2015
04/11/2015 15:21
Christmas at Kew The Kew Gardens come alive for another enlightening celebration… Wo r d s C h a r l o t t e g o l z a r i
P
icture this: you’re strolling along a path, lit up by fairy lights, one that winds through the gorgeous grounds of Kew Gardens, watching on as the dancing fountains perform their routine you see their reflection glowing on the water. Having made your way through the illuminated tunnel of lights, you reach the scented fire garden and find a warm place to sit down and relax. If this sounds like a perfect winter’s evening to you, then you need to head to Christmas at Kew. Back for the third year running, the botanical gardens’ Christmas spectacle promises to be a magical evening. Light shows aside, Christmas at Kew offers a range of activities to entertain both revellers of all ages. Indeed, while the Choir of the Holly Bushes will provide
ENJOY delicious mulled WINE or hot CHOCOLATE and toast YOUR OWN MARSHMALLOWS on an OPEN FIRE the festive soundtrack to the evening, you can enjoy warm spiced cider, mulled wine or hot chocolate and roast your own marshmallows on an open fire. Rather conveniently, a gift shop will be opening on the site for those who fancy doing some last minute Christmas shopping. For an extra special treat, why not take the little ones to white peaks? Here you’ll
15 RICH_DEC_15_KEW GARDENS.indd 15
find a Victorian carousel, helter skelter and, of course, Santa’s Grotto. For adults that want to get in on the fun, there will also be vintage rides available outside of the children’s area. The seasonal illumination trail runs from 5-10pm on a few select dates, so we suggest booking in advance to secure your place on this magical journey. But, if you fancy visiting during the day, it is possible through normal admission. While you will still be able to sample the range of festive treats and activities, we really recommend seeing the extravaganza at night – the incredible array of colourful lights that bounce on to the Palm House is simply unmissable. Magical, family-friendly fun for all. ◆ Throughout December, Royal Botanical Garden, Kew, TW9; kew.org
DECEMBER 2015
04/11/2015 15:21
