Island Life Magazine Ltd August/September 2017 | Page 34

Days out
Illuminating experiences at
Robin Hill & Blackgang Chine
Robin Hill’s popular electric woods
event, Festival of Light inspired
by Diwali, will be an extra special
one this autumn, as it celebrates
the 70th anniversary of India’s
independence.
The festival will feature stunning
combinations of light, colour,
sound and entertainment, all
capturing distinct aspects of Indian
culture.
Every evening from September
30 to November 4, between
6 - 10 pm, visitors will be able
to experience the lush colours,
flavours and magic of the Asian
sub-continent right in the middle of Robin
Hill’s glorious autumnal ancient woodland.
No electric woods Festival of Light event
would be the same without the magic of
Holi powder, which will be a highlight for
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India from the authentic menu of
curries and kebabs, Asian sweets and
traditional teas.
For more details, see the website www.
electricwoods.co.uk.
many visitors! There’s an invitation to come
and ‘get colourful’ again this year, with a
free bag of coloured powder for all first-
time visitors.
Amidst all the exciting activity, there will
also be the chance to get a real ‘taste’ of
Plus this October, join your
favourite Blackgang characters and
experience the magic of Blackgang’s
Illuminations!
On the 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th & 20th
October - 4th November, as the daylight
begins to fade, the park re-awakens...
Experience exciting and dynamic
interactive lighting effects and displays
and join your favourite characters as
they host an evening of magical fun. Meet
the mystical dragon, Cedric, his mischievous
friends Godwin & Finnigan – and more!
For more details visit the website www.
blackgangchine.com.