REPTILES ENCHANTED FOREST
BEAUTIFUL NINE-ACRE GARDENS TRANSFORMED INTO A WOODLAND MYSTICAL WONDERLAND
Birchwood House , the Tunbridge Wellsbased care home has once again held a truly mesmerising and magical event for its residents and staff , as it celebrated an autumn ‘ Enchanted Forest ’ event .
Following on from its recent carnivalthemed summer event , which included fairground games , food and live music , the care home staff have this time planned a captivating woodland event which allowed the residents to relax in their seats whilst enjoying the beautiful scenery and wildlife .
The enchanted forest theme was chosen by staff at the care home as it lends itself to a truly immersive experience for all involved . As always , the gardens were transformed with stunning scenery to accompany the theme , which included rich , rusty décor and autumnal colours , alongside homecrafted table props created by the residents in the run up to the event . Wishing wells , giant toadstools and earthy green elegance all dressed the gardens .
To add interaction to the event , the care home staff organised for many living woodland animals to join the event , including hedgehogs , bunnies , frogs , snakes , and sheep . The animals charmed the residents whilst the keeper engaged all by holding talks on each animal allowing the residents to learn many interesting facts .
Forest fairies hung from trees , haybales lay scattered across the lawns and sprinkled petals lead the way through to the stunning landscaped gardens of the home . Logs , flowers , and birdcages all accompanied in creating the enchanted woodland scenery and truly transported those present into a mystical wonderland .
All who attended dined on a woodland – themed picnic prepared by in-house chef , Elia . After all , you can ’ t go to the woodlands without one ! Also on offer was an ice cream cart to keep everyone cool .
These fabulous events are held every new season at Birchwood House with the residents at the forefront of all the plans .
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