Colorful Magic Carpet spirea is a popular ornamental shrub that is known for its vibrant colors and low maintenance requirements. It is a member of the Rosaceae family and is native to eastern Asia. The shrub gets its name from its carpet-like growth habit and its ability to add a touch of magic to any garden or landscape. One of the main attractions of Colorful Magic Carpet spirea is its colorful foliage. The leaves start off as reddish-orange when they first emerge in the spring, then turn to bright yellow in the summer, and eventually transform into deep red in the fall. This ever-changing display of colors throughout the seasons makes the Magic Carpet spirea a standout in any garden.

Christmas Lights at Magical Woodland

With the woodland as a natural backdrop, you will experience a truly sparkling Christmas experience at Magical Woodland. Visit the magical Christmas Wonderland. Featuring Mr & Mrs Claus, festive lights, sounds and interactive fun, in the beautiful Cheshire Countryside.

We were invited to come along to experience the magic that is set in the 15-acre enchanted Cheshire Woodland at Blakemere village.

The woodland is jam packed with festive lights, decorations and music which will give you that fussy excited feeling in your tummy knowing that it is officially Christmas time.

The lights are very impressive and very original to other light trails we have been on. There is a curtain of lights to walk through, interactive light features, tunnels of Boreralis style lasers, floating candy canes and fields of hundreds of lights which seem endless. It all very compact, each light display seamlessly merges into the next so perfect for keeping little ones interested as there is never nothing to be looking at.

There are special guests including an elf and the big man him self Mr Claus who do a cute little show, making sure all the children are being good and you get an early hint if your on the naughty or nice list. Mrs Claus was definitely our favourite, shes at the end of the trail and told us secrets about being married to hard working Mr Claus and even gave out a little sweet treat to the children.

There is a beautifully lit up pirate ship where you can spot Peter Pan and you will find Cinderella sat in her pumpkin carriage along the light trail too.

With unlimited opportunities to reexplore your favourite areas you can stay for as long as you like! We really took advantage of this and spent 3 hours walking around the light trail and enjoying some treats at the end.

Talking of treats, the food village was nice to find at the end of the trail. There was a good choice of food including burgers, hot dogs, chips and pizza. Then for pudding you could get waffles or a stick loaded with massive marshmallows to then toast on the open firepits in the centre of the food village. Hot and cold drinks were also available so we warmed up with mugs of tea while the girls got marshmallows and the tastiest looking hot chocolate ever.

There are toilets by the carpark and half way round the trail but were a bit of a walk away from the food village which we found a bit of a pain when we were half way through our treats.

The path was nice and dry even though the weather had been wet the day before. The trees obviously sheltered the trail so we were fine in trainers and the path is wide and flat so perfect for pushchairs too. Just watch out for the occasional tree root.

Onsite car parking is available and can be booked online when purchasing your ticket.

The Magical Woodland to be the North West’s biggest Christmas Light Trail

This enchanting, interactive forest walk, set in 15 acres of stunning countryside, welcomes all of your favourite Christmas characters along the way.

Meet the Grumpy Grinch in Whoville, then visit the amazing house from ‘Deck the Halls’ before sailing across the seas to visit Tinkerbell in Neverland.

And don’t forget to dress warmly as you pass through the ‘Frozen Woodland’ before meeting Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and their trusted elves.

One of the region’s most popular visitor attractions is sure to sell out fast this year as over a million fairy lights, multiple laser displays, digital animation, dazzling tunnels, and captivating canopies of lights and festive tunes transform the autumn woodland into a world of pure joy and excitement, bringing festive fun to all the family.

Guests will be allocated a 1 ½ hour time slot from the time of entry, and the interactive sound and light experience can be looped as many times as you wish, with plenty of opportunities to refuel and warm up with tasty snacks and hot drinks at the stunning food court.

Whether you want to stop off at one of the cosy fire pits to roast marshmallows or enjoy delicious street food-style treats in the food court, your festive experience will be one for the memory bank!

Throughout the route, magical Woodland characters will join guests as performance art brings some scenes to life, adding interactive fun to the occasion and endless opportunities to take amazing photographs.

If you are looking for a date night with a difference, a family fun adventure, or a night out with friends or colleagues, the only thing you need to bring with you to make unforgettable and instagrammable memories is your imagination.

Whatever you are doing to get ready for the ‘big day’, The Magical Woodland will brighten up your preparations and help you make some truly captivating Christmas memories!

So Let it Glow…. Let it Glow…. Let it Glow…. at The Magical Woodland this year!

Onsite car parking is available and can be booked online when purchasing tickets.

Magical Woodland opens from Friday 24 th November – Sunday 24 th December 2023 and is located at Blakemere Village, Chester Road, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8 2EB.

Ticket Prices

Family Ticket £75.00 (2 Adults, 2 Children)

Group Discount (8+) £18.95

For full terms and conditions please visit the website here.

This ever-changing display of colors throughout the seasons makes the Magic Carpet spirea a standout in any garden. Another noteworthy feature of this spirea is its compact size. It typically grows to a height of around 2 feet and spreads to a width of up to 3 feet.

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Blakemere Magical Woodland to become Christmas lights trail

FAMILIES are being invited to get into the festive spirit from next month.

Friday, November 24, is the official opening of the Christmas Lights Trail at Blakemere Village’s 15-acre Magical Woodland.

More than a million fairy lights, along with laser displays, festive tunes, digital animations, dazzling tunnels, and captivating canopies of lights will transform the autumn woodland into the a world of excitement for all the family.

Kids can meet the Grumpy Grinch at Whoville, pop by and check out the amazing house from Deck the Halls, and then make their way across the high seas and visit Tinkerbell in Neverland.

And don’t forget to wrap up well as you encounter the Frozen Woodland before meeting Santa Claus, Mrs Claus, and their trusty elves.

Steve Birchall, of The Magical Woodland, said: “Our 2023 Christmas Lights Trail is both enchanting and captivating.

“This year’s installation is the bigger and better than ever before with some wonderful festive scenes and guaranteed fun for all the family.

“Performance art brings scenes to life adding interactive fun to the occasion, and endless opportunities to take amazing photographs along the way.

“The food court is a magical oasis with plenty of choice, and our interactive characters add a magical touch to the whole experience.

“If you are looking for a date night with a difference, a family fun adventure, or a night out with friends or colleagues the only thing you need to bring with you to make unforgettable and instagrammable memories is your imagination.”

Tickets cost £23.95 for adults £16.50 for children. Family tickets are £75.

This makes it an ideal choice for small gardens or as a border plant. Its compact growth habit also means that it requires little to no pruning, making it a low-maintenance shrub. Colorful Magic Carpet spirea is also known for its ability to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects. The clusters of pink flowers that appear in late spring to early summer are not only visually pleasing but also serve as a food source for these pollinators. This makes the Magic Carpet spirea a great choice for gardeners who are looking to create a wildlife-friendly garden. In terms of care, Colorful Magic Carpet spirea is a relatively easy shrub to grow. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. It is also relatively drought tolerant once established, making it suitable for areas with limited water availability. Regular watering, especially during dry spells, will help to keep the shrub healthy and vibrant. In conclusion, Colorful Magic Carpet spirea is a beautiful and versatile shrub that adds a splash of color and magic to any garden or landscape. Its vibrant foliage, compact size, and low maintenance requirements make it a popular choice among gardeners. Whether used as a focal point or as a border plant, the Magic Carpet spirea is sure to enchant and delight all who encounter it..

Reviews for "The Ultimate Guide to Pruning Colorful Magic Carpet Spirea"

1. Jane - 1 star

I was very disappointed with the Colorful Magic Carpet Spirea. The plant did not live up to its description at all. It was supposed to have vibrant and alternating colors throughout the season, but instead, it had a dull and faded appearance. It also didn't grow as much as I expected, remaining stunted and with very few flowers. I wouldn't recommend this plant to anyone looking for a colorful and lively addition to their garden.

2. Mike - 2 stars

I purchased the Colorful Magic Carpet Spirea hoping to add some bright colors to my garden, but unfortunately, it didn't meet my expectations. While the plant did have some nice foliage initially, it quickly lost its vibrancy and turned a dull, yellowish color. The flowers were sparse and didn't last very long. I was really hoping for a showstopper, but this plant fell short.

3. Sarah - 1 star

I was not happy with the Colorful Magic Carpet Spirea at all. The foliage was lackluster and didn't have the vibrant colors it was advertised to have. The plant also didn't grow as much as I anticipated, and the flowers were disappointing. I would recommend looking for other options if you're looking for a truly colorful and beautiful addition to your garden.

Creating a Vibrant Landscape with Colorful Magic Carpet Spirea