Calling all dreamers, free spirits, creatives, and magic-makers! There is a place near York that lets you step into a world of imagination. It is an enchanting escape where you can revisit your childhood fantasies, where pixies, fairies, and other mythical beings call home. Set in a 100-acre woodland, the Dreamery Gardens are Yorkshire’s very own fairy sanctuary.
Where Magic, Creativity, and Nature are Brought to Life
The area has been neglected and lost for over 100 years, and the Dreamery Gardens team are on a mission to return the gardens to their former glory. And what a job they are doing! It is like stepping into a childhood dream as you stroll down the magical woodland walk. As you walk through the lush woodland, you will find tiny fairy houses tucked into trees, fanciful rope bridges, a whole fairy village, intricately designed fairy doors, and a maze to get lost in.
The woodland is also home to over 100 species of birds, so as well as looking out for fairies, make sure you keep an eye out for these wonderful feathered friends. The walk takes about an hour to complete, so it is perfect for curious humans of all ages.
You can also step inside the UK’s only fairy museum. It is filled with fascinating artefacts from history, science, and anthropology, mixed with the mythical and the extraordinary. You’ll explore pieces such as rare and preserved specimens, clothing, houses and habitats, tools, and other intriguing objects. The museum will delight the senses and your imagination.
An Afternoon Tea Inspired by Pure Imagination
They also offer a unique and creative afternoon tea, inspired by the magical woodlands. This is served in the Northwood Kitchen, found at the start of the trail. The beautifully decorated room feels like you are stepping into a fairytale. You get delicate finger sandwiches and delicious cakes that would certainly earn a Paul Hollywood handshake. There’s:
- Chocolate eggs tucked in chocolate nests
- Toadstool cupcakes
- Chocolate ‘soil’
- Twiglet twigs
- Mushroom-shaped meringues
- Rice paper butterflies
- Classic scones with jam and cream.
So, if you’re looking for a mystical family adventure, a relaxing woodland walk with a big splash of imagination, or a one-of-a-kind afternoon tea, head on down to Dreamery Gardens. It promises to be an unforgettable day out with plenty of nature, fairy tales, and autumn fun.
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