insideKENT Magazine Issue 93 - December 2019 | Page 32

CHRISTMAS
LET THERE BE LIGHT
KENT’S BEST CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
CHRISTMAS JUST WOULDN’T BE CHRISTMAS WITHOUT CHRISTMAS LIGHTS!
BLUEWATER
BEDGEBURY NATIONAL PINETUM & FOREST
All of Kent is starting to be illuminated with colourful,
twinkling fairy lights and festive Christmas trees.
And what better way to celebrate the start of the
festive season than by visiting some of the most
spectacular Christmas lights around our county. decorated by children from six Ashford primary
schools, as it makes its way down Bank Street to the
Lower High Street, where it will all end with a bang;
with a night market selling hot food and drink, it is
the perfect family evening.
To make sure you don’t miss out, we have listed
some of the top Christmas Lights around Kent, to
help you get into the festive spirit. www.loveashford.com/illuminites
Whilst you are there, pay a visit to Bluewater’s Giving
Tree which is supporting more than 50 children’s
charities to help bring Christmas cheer to
disadvantaged children across the South East.
www.bluewater.co.uk
Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest
Canterbury
Ashford Illuminites
Although not strictly Christmas lights, enjoy a host
of special illuminations in Ashford beginning on
on Friday 6th December. Be wowed by Glow
International (4.30, 5.30 & 6.30pm Friday 6th &
Saturday 7th December), a-five minute digital
mapping projection on the side of International
House, Dover Place; celebrating Ashford’s rich
heritage and history with food available in the new
Coachworks. Be dazzled by the enchanting and
magical Winter Forest (3pm -8pm Friday 6th &
12pm - 8pm Saturday 7th December), a trail of
illuminated Ashford-themed trees dotted around the
town centre and Elwick Place, showcasing the town’s
rich history, famous landmarks, and illustrious
residents. Be amazed by the Carnival of the Baubles
(5.30pm Saturday 14th December), as you witness
a spectacular procession of giant, illuminated baubles,
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Visit Canterbury to see the whole town sparkle!
Amazing lights decorate the streets, and whilst you’re
there why not visit the Christmas Market on St
George’s Street, Whitefriars Square, Gravel Walk
and the Marlowe Arcade. With a food hall full of
delicious delicacies, local makers selling their wares,
and weekly entertainment for the kids, you’ll be
spoilt for choice.
www.canterbury.co.uk
Bluewater
Bluewater welcomes back its iconic illuminated
reindeer this Christmas, as part of its fantastic
Christmas lights display. Joined by new Nutcracker-
themed decorations, these Christmas lights and
decorations are a must see this festive period.
A must see event for people of all ages! The sights
and sounds of Christmas awaits under unique
canopies at the Bedgebury National Pinetum trail.
The tree-tops glisten and shimmer, drenched in
seasonal colour at this truly breath-taking festive
adventure.
The Towering Tunnel of Light twinkles with
thousands of pea-lights as you walk into a world
festooned with seasonal cheer. Waterside reflections
are created by hundreds of colourful boats as they
bob on the shimmering lake, and flickering flames
of the scented Fire Garden create a perfect moment
of tranquil reflection. Take a moment to pause at
the Water Fountain Finale, as jumping jets of light
dance in time across the water to much-loved
Christmas classics.
www.christmasatbedgebury.co.uk