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National Forest caravanners set for Christmas treat

The National Forest is set to play host to Conkers' Winter Wonderland

by Chris Malone

Caravan enthusiasts visiting the National Forest over the coming weeks will be able to give their kids a special treat.

The popular woodland area is set to play host to Conkers[‘] Winter Wonderland, which will feature a full grotto complete with a century-old log cabin.

Inside, Santa and his elves will be waiting to bestow early Christmas gifts on lucky children, who will also get to see St Nick’s famous reindeer at close quarters.

Those who are brave enough can even reach out and stroke Dasher, Dancer, Donner, Blitzen and all their friends.

Santa will be present on November 27th and 28th, as well as December 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th and then every day between the 18th and 23rd, when he will set off to make the final preparations for Christmas Day.

The site will also feature the pantomime favourite Cinderella, which takes place on December 18th, while the Ibstock Bric-Brass Band will entertain guests with a candlelit carol service on December 23rd.

The National Forest is a UK project which aims to transform 200 square miles of land in the centre of England into woodland.