PREVIEW: Christmas at Bedgebury 2022 to dazzle with magical new light installations

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The popular after-dark illuminated winter woodland walk will return to Kent’s stunning Bedgebury Pinetum from November 18, 2022, on selected dates to January 2, 2023.

The trail is closed on Nov 21, 22, 28, 29 and Dec 12.

But popular weekend and early evening timed entry slots always sell fast and visitors are being warned not to wait closer to the event or they may miss out.

Christmas at Bedgebury is brought by Sony Music in partnership with Forestry England at Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest. The trail is created by Culture Creative.

Matthew Findlay, Head of UK Trails for Sony Music/Raymond Gubbay Ltd, said: “We were thrilled with the fantastic response from visitors who enjoyed the trail last Christmas and our planning and preparation is already well underway for this year. Look out for some new surprises showing the Pinetum as you’ve never seen it before!”

The spectacular after-dark experience includes installations inspired by the landscape and designed by a range of international artists that portray the unique trees in a majestic light. Stroll beneath unique canopies drenched in seasonal colour to create a festive evening out for all the family.

The one-mile winter trail is a place where fairy-tale meets fantasy, with towering trees and magical lakeside reflections providing plenty of fantastic selfie moments.

Firmly positioned as unmissable within the UK’s winter calendar, Bedgebury boasts more than a million twinkling lights and seasonal sounds, which will fill the air with festive fun.

Independent street food vendors bring a delicious twist with tasty treats on offer.

Complete your walk under the stars with a *spiced winter warmer or *hot chocolate shared with friends and family. Everyone loves toasting a marshmallow over an open fire and the artisan *marshmallow stall gives visitors the chance to warm their hands and enjoy this sweet outdoor tradition

Christmas trails are the perfect way to get together with friends and loved ones, designed for visitors of all ages and is accessible to all to enjoy, just a 20-minute drive from Tunbridge Wells.

Book early to secure your choice of date and time visit www.christmasatbedgebury.co.uk.

Advanced Admission Tickets: Adult £21.50, Child £14.50 (Age 3-16); Family £69.00 (2 adults + 2 children)

Parking £8. Must be booked in advance.

Friends of Bedgebury Pinetum members receive £1.50 per person discount (max 6 people).

Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest is home to the National Conifer Collection and cared for by Forestry England, which manages and cares for the nation’s 1,500 woods and forests, with over 230 million visits per year.

As England’s largest land manager, it shapes landscapes for people to enjoy, wildlife to flourish and businesses to grow.

The 128-hectare (320-acre) Bedgebury National Pinetum is recognised as one of the most significant collections of conifer trees and plants on one site anywhere in the world.

There are more than 12,000 trees, including threatened and historically important specimens.

RGL/Sony Music has been delivering hugely successful illuminated trails for almost 10 years. Each trail is carefully designed to showcase the natural and unique environment of its iconic setting.

There are currently over 30 trails across the UK, Europe, USA, and Australia within the Christmas, Halloween, IGNITE and Lightscape portfolios.

The chosen partners for national and international heritage and prestigious venues include Blenheim Palace; The National Trust; Forestry England; Historic Royal Palaces; The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew; Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh; Leeds Castle Botanic Gardens, Chicago, USA and Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne, Australia.

Culture Creative is a creative project and production management company based in the North East of England. The Company works across a wide range of cultural fields including art, sport, heritage, tourism, festivals and events, developing projects from concept to delivery.

Since 2013 Culture Creative has worked closely with Sony Music to create illuminated trails in various venues across the UK and overseas.