Inside Chester Magazine October 2023

Welcome to our October issue.

As I write my editor’s note, the weather really has changed and it’s very much looking like Autumn but with Halloween, Bonfire night and Christmas to look forward to I guess it’s not too bad.

So with Autumn in mind, what do we have in this month’s issue? Take a look at the magical woodland, a spooktacular magical woodland experience bringing you the best light show in the North West, a great way to get you in the halloween mood. Do you like skiing? We bring you the best five resorts in Scotland. This month’s recipe has a halloween feel to it. We have another great competition for you to be in with a chance of winning, a pair of tickets to see Soul II Soul. There are 10 pairs of tickets up for grabs for this year’s festive gift fair, an event not to be missed if you’re a Christmas lover. Lots more going on so please have a look through our magazine and then pass it onto someone else to have a read.

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6 Win Tickets to see Soul II Soul

8-9 Magical Woodland

10 Halloween Recipe

18-19 Best Ski Resorts In Scotland

20 Festive Gift Fair

26-27 What’s on October

48-49 Mercedes S Class

What to expect 2023

Friday 6th - Tuesday 31st October

Our spooktacular, Magical Woodland Experience. Featuring BRAND NEW themes to guarantee you an evening of Halloween family fun!

In the heart of the Cheshire Countr yside, experience nature in all its Autumnal glor y, lit up bydazzling cathedral canopies of fair y lights, interactive light features, and dancing tunnels of Borealis-style lasers.

Our Halloween theme features some family favourites, including: Dinosaurs, Ghostbusters, Under the Sea, Hocus Pocus and more!

A s you wander through our magical trails with crunchy leaves underfoot, watch in amazementas floating umbrellas and clouds of flying lanterns fill the sky. Fully immersing you into a world of pure imagination.

Be careful: you may bump into one of our Dinosaurs where you can get up close and personal if you dare!

The trail can be looped as many times as you wish, with plenty of opportunities to refuel and warm up with tasty snacks and hot drinks - whatever the weather!

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

We have everything you need to create unforgettable memories and thoroughly enjoy your visit.

NEW interactive light features

Get involved and immerse yourself in neverseen-before light features and sound elements at Magical Woodland.

Roast marshmallows on our fire pit

Enjoy the perfect Autumn treat! Roast gooey marshmallows on our cosy fire pit with your loved ones.

Food court within the experience

Need to re-energise? We have got you covered with delicious street-style food and drink

Get up and close with dinosaurs

We are back with a bite this year! Come and meet our prehistoric, friendly dinosaurs yourself.

Family-friendly Halloween fun

Get ready for some seasonal fun! We a introducing spooky (not scar y) elements in 2023.

Cheshire Outdoors, Blakemere Village, Sandiway, Cheshire, CW8 2EB email: info@magicalwoodland.com

01606 882223

www.magicalwoodland.com

“The setting and lights are just amazing. The work that must go into setting these up is incredible. Thanks again for helping us make some family memories.”

You’re Invited!

Chester’s Haunted Hotel “THE DEE” needs new staff and invites YOU to their recruitment days for a tour of the hotel… if you dare!

The DEE is looking for the scariest of them all… so make sure you come dress to impressed i.e SPOOKY!

You will wander around the spooky hotel in small groups at a time, where you will experience eerie effects.

This event will hold Family Experiences (4-11 Year Olds), Teen Experiences (12-17 Year Olds) and limited availability Adult Experiences for 18 year olds and above only.

The Adult Experience will additionally enjoy a ‘spooktacular’ drink courtesy of Revolution. Each experience will intensify for each category so please ensure you’re booking onto the age-appropriate booking.

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The location of the event will be inside the former Disney Store in the Grosvenor Shopping Centre, head towards the middle of the Shopping Centre where

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Stay safe this Halloween

After your little princesses and mini cowboys are all dressed and their trick or treat bags are firmly in hand, it’s time to go over some trick or treat safety tips so you and your children will have an enjoyable and safe Halloween experience.

1. Go during safe trick or treat times

You don’t have to wait until it is pitch-black outside. The ideal time is after an early dinner and just before dusk when you can keep better track of your children and are able to see others you may encounter on the street. Besides, the first person there gets the best sweets!

2. Steer clear of masks

While masks are a fun part of many costumes, wearing one can sometimes impair a child’s vision. By using face paint, it is easier for your child to see where they are going and they won’t have to lift their mask when speaking to someone. If your child absolutely must wear a mask, make sure it’s a snug fit, is ventilated and has large enough eyeholes so they can see all around them.

3. Be visible

Try to choose costumes that are brightly coloured so that they are easier to see in the dark. If they really want a dark costume, apply some reflective strips. Glow sticks or glow necklaces also aid visibility.

4. Never go alone

Make sure children are accompanied by an adult at all times. Discreetly adding some identification information to their costume or on a bracelet will help if they happen to wander off.

5. Walking tips

Be sure that your children understand simple traffic rules, such as stopping and looking both ways before crossing the road. Inform your children that road safety rules still apply.

6. Only knock on doors that you know

Encourage your children to only call on homes where they know the inhabitants. If a home is dark or has no Halloween decorations, this is one to avoid!

7. Don’t go inside

Remind your little ones that they should never enter anybody’s home while trick-or-treating. If the homeowner is persistent, inform them to simply turn and walk away.

8. Stay on track

9. Say “No!”

If your children are old enough to go out in a group without you, be sure to designate a time for their return. Teach them to say “no” if a stranger offers them a lift in their car or to take them to a Halloween Party.

10. Eat the sweets when you get home

Make sure your little goblins know that trick or treating is for gathering sweets, not eating them as they receive them. If they’re tempted to have a taste before you’ve had a chance to inspect it, pack a goody bag with some of your own sweets so they have something to snack on if they can’t wait until they get home.

Trick or treat checklist

Costume check

Flashlight (with extra batteries)

Reflector strips or glow stick

Trick or treating route

Return home and/or meet-up time

Emergency

identification info

Sticking plasters

Bottled water

Extra house key

Mobile phone

It might be tempting to take a short cut through an alley or back lane, but that can be unsafe. Stay on streets and in areas that are well lit with plenty of people around.

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The five BEST ski resorts in Scotland

ASTLES, whisky and Nessie; Outlander, kilts and bagpipesScotland is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations for a variety of reasons.

But skiing? You might be surprised to learn that the Scottish Highlands are home to no fewer than five ski areas, each unique in character.

1. GLENCOE MOUNTAIN

The oldest ski centre in Scotland (pic above) - it may be small but it’s perfectly formed.

Highlights

3 Amazing views from the summit.

3 Consistent snow and the best natural terrain in Scotland.

3 Varied, interesting slopes cater equally well to beginners and experts.

8 Small car park can get full during weekends.

Closest airports

Glasgow Airport - 72 mi (1.5 hour drive).

Glencoe - also known as White Corries - is the oldest ski area in Britain. The upper third of the mountain is basically a freeride playground with natural half-pipes and jump features. The steepest runs are never groomed and include Scotland’s gnarliest black: the Flypaper, with gentle beginner slopes covering the plateau below.

2. GLENSHEE SKI CENTRE

Scotland’s largest ski area, spread over three valleys with an ever-improving lift system.

Highlights

3 Great beginner-friendly slopes for families.

3 Excellent intermediate cruising runs.

3 Lift system generally copes well with crowds.

8 Close to Edinburgh and the Central Belt can mean weekend queues.

Closest airports

Edinburgh Airport - 82 mi (2 hour drive). Glenshee is Scotland’s biggest ski area, boasting runs spread across three valleys with the most interesting skiing at either end. Stand at the top of Glas Maol and it feels like you’re on the edge of a vast wilderness. In the middle, there’s a decent amount of easier ski terrain, though not much for absolute beginners.

3. NEVIS RANGE

Scotland’s newest ski area, boasting legendary terrain and offering fabulous views.

Highlights

3 Expert off-piste terrain is what sets this resort apart.

3 Spectacular “high mountain” views from the summit.

3 Notable lack of queues on all but the busiest days.

8 Beginner slopes are low and can suffer from poor snow.

Closest airports

Inverness Airport - 71 mi (2 hour drive)

Glasgow Airport - 105 mi (2.5 hour drive)

Nevis Range only opened in 1989, at the top of Scotland’s only mountain gondola. From the top, there are sensational views of Ben Nevis and Loch Eil. For experts, but the back of the mountain is where it gets really interesting: the yellow itineraries marked on the trail map are epic, ungroomed runs.

3 Often quiet even when nearby Cairngorm is crowded

8 Low altitude can mean poor snow quality

Closest airports

Inverness Airport - 50 mi (1 hour drive)

Aberdeen Intl. Airport - 50 mi (1 hour drive)

Lecht may be one of the smallest Scottish ski areas but it’s a popular choice for families, mainly due to its low lift ticket prices. Additionally, this family-orientated resort has focused its attention on developing the country’s best beginner facilities, with a row of sheltered magic carpets and drag lifts right next to the restaurant and Day Lodge. If you want to avoid crowds, Lecht is definitely a better pick over Cairngorm Mountain.

4. CAIRNGORM MOUNTAIN

Historically Scotland’s most popular ski resort (pic above), with snowsure top bowls.

Highlights

3 Most reliable snow in Scotland.

3 Plenty of activities to do in the area on bad weather days.

3 Decent tough terrain in the underused Ciste sector.

8 Long queues during Christmas and school holidays.

Closest airports

Inverness Airport - 49 mi (1 hour drive)

Cairngorm splits into two parts, with exposed but snowsure beginner bowls at the top. The right side serves mostly intermediate terrain whereas over to the left, you’ll find the steeper Ciste sector for advanced skiers. Cairngorm Mountain is also not far from Speyside where you can sample a dram of whisky, and just 10 minutes away from Britain’s only free-ranging reindeer herd.

5. LECHT 2090

The best beginner slopes and learning facilities in Scotland.

Highlights

3 Family-friendly resort for kids and beginners.

3 A reasonable selection of trails for all abilities.

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For more information about these resorts, plus details of the packages available, visit: snowpak.co.uk

B’s Dementia-Friendly Café

B’s Café

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Chester, offers a warm and welcoming space where families, friends and carers of people living with dementia can come together with their loved ones over a lovely cup of tea or coffee and cake!

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What's On in Chester & North Wales Oct 2023

CHESTER AND CHESHIRE

Bob Marley Tribute

14th Oct

The Bob Marley Revival are a group of seven talented and experienced individuals who have one special thing in common, a deep love and admiration for the legend, inspiration and icon that is Bob Marley & The Wailers.

https://chester.com/listing/bob -marley-revival-at-the-liverooms/

The Glorious Glowing Lantern Parade

19th Oct

It’s the most fantastical time of the year, as BeWILDerwood’s famous Glorious Glowing Lantern Parade is back 19th - 31st October, with a sparkly new story!

https://bewilderwood.co.uk

Queen by Candlelight at Chester Cathedral –

Chester Cathedral

20th Oct

Queen by Candlelight returns to Chester Cathedral! Friday 20th & Saturday 21st October 2023 at 7.30pm

https://concertsbycandlelight.c om/shows/queen-bycandlelight-at-chestercathedral-2/

Chester's Haunted Hotel

21st Oct

You're invited to Chester's Haunted Hotel Chester’s Haunted Hotel “THE DEE” needs new staff and invites YOU to their recruitment days for a tour of the hotel… if you dare!

https://www.visitcheshire.com

Rhythm & Blues Ball

21st Oct

Once again Nicola's Fund is having their Bi-Annual Ball with a "Blue" theme. The ticket price includes champagne reception, a three course meal with coffee, cash bar and the opportunity to win and bid for some fantastic prizes. Entertainment and dancing on the night.

https://www.nicolasfund.co.uk

/event-details/rhythm-bluesball

NORTH WALES

Oktoberfest

7th Oct

Conwy Brewery, Unit 2

Ty Mawr Enterprise Park, Tan y Graig Road, Llysfaen Conwy

LL29 8UE

https://www.conwybrewery .co.uk

Tŷ Pawb Comedy Night

13th Oct

Join us on Friday 13th October 2023 for an evening of stand-up comedy from some of the UK's best touring comedians!

https://www.typawb.wales/pro gramme/ty-pawb-comedynight-october/

Pick Your Own Pumpkin

14th Oct

Want to try something different and local? Join us for a spooktacular day of Pick Your Own Pumpkin.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/ e/saturday-14th-oct-pick-yourown-pumpkin-tickets-

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Gary Numan

16th Oct

Gary Numan at St John-atHackney Church , London on Monday, 16th October 2023

19:00.

https://ticket247.co.uk/Event/ gary-numan-at-william-astonhall-wrexham-155160

Pumpkin Fest Nights

20th Oct

In the Jolly Pumpkin you’ll find heated refuge and live music, whilst outside you can take a stroll along our spooky Halloween Trail. Meet our walk about characters and watch mesmerising fire displays.

https://www.visitwales.com/ev ent/display-orfestival/pumpkin-fest-nightsmanorafon-farm-park-2172960

Oktoberfest Ruthin

28th Oct

Ruthin's biggest and best Oktoberfest celebration, complete with German lager, bratwurst and a live Oompah Band & DJ!

https://www.eventbrite.com

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Kids Halloween Disco with ultimate entertainment

29th Oct

From 2pm - 5pm

https://wrexham eventsguide.co.uk

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