Havering Christmas Land opens with 'magical' lights trail

Havering Christmas Land to open again this December <i>(Image: Havering Mind)</i>
Havering Christmas Land to open again this December (Image: Havering Mind)
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A mental health charity has opened a "magical" Christmas attraction in Havering.

Mind, Barking and Dagenham, has once again opened a festive attraction - Havering Christmas Land.

It is based in "the secret garden for the blind" at Harrow Lodge Park next to the new Harrow Lodge Leisure Centre.

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The attraction includes a "magical Christmas lights walkway" featuring hundreds of lights and decorations.

There is also be a Santa's grotto, food and entertainment on selected nights.

Romford Recorder: Havering Christmas Land to open again this DecemberHavering Christmas Land to open again this December (Image: Mind)

Entry costs £4 per person and all of the money raised will go towards the work that Mind does, supporting members of the local community experiencing problems with their wellbeing.

Event organiser Ciaran White said: "We wanted to create a magical Christmas attraction for the people of Havering, giving them a cost effective option for a Christmas outing right on their doorstep.

Romford Recorder: Havering Christmas Land to open again this DecemberHavering Christmas Land to open again this December (Image: Mind)

"I have been overwhelmed by the efforts of our team of volunteers – what they have created is truly spectacular."

The attraction is open from 4.30pm – 8.30pm on selected nights across December.

To book a slot go to haveringmind.org.uk/christmas-2022/

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