It’s all systems go for town’s festive season
IT’S ALL systems go for the Christmas season in Enniscorthy.
The launch of Santa’s Enchanted Castle by former Rose of Tralee Maria Walsh and also the turning on of the new street lights in Templeshannon took place recently to kickstart the festive season.
Santa’s Enchanted Castle is a magical Christmas experience set in a world of fantasy at Enniscorthy Castle. This is the second year of the Enchanted Castle and it is already gearing up to be bigger and better than last year.
Enniscorthy Castle has teamed up with magic makers of Rathnure Panto and O’Connell Marketing creating a truly amazing Christmas experience for all ages at the stunning 16th century castle.
On arriving at the Castle you will be receive your magical coins but please mind them from Scrooge as he loves nothing more than adding to his coin collection.
Guests will also visit the Noisy Elves Workshop, Magical Toy Machine and Post your letter in Santa’s Post Box. They will also have the opportunity to sneak through elves bedroom while trying not to wake Sleepy Elf.
From there they will head into maze in the new enchanted forest where Rupenzal will guide you from her tower. There will be games and fun with the crazy elves as well as Disney and Frozen characters.
Children will also have the opportunity to use magical coins at Mrs Claus Traditional Treat Shop before meeting Santa himself where each child will receive a gift say cheese to get your #SelfiewithSanta at brand new Santa’s Magic Mirror.
Over 1,000 visitors have already booked a visit to the Enchanted Castle which opens on November 24 and runs until December 23. Admission is €15 for children and €10 for adults. To book contact www.santasenchatedcastle.ie
Padraig O Gorman Enniscorthy Municipal District manager of Wexford Co Council which operates Enniscorthy Castle said: ‘Enniscorthy has so much natural heritage and ancient charm it is the ideal location to create Santa’s Enchanted Castle which is expected to deliver almost 8,000 visitors to town this year which is immensely important to local retailers and tourism providers in the festive season”
Jean O Connell, O’Connell Marketing & Event Management for Santa’s Enchanted Castle said: ‘Children are at the heart of this magical creation and the transformation of the castle has started already, it’s pure magic and everyone is so excited. However Santa’s Enchanted Castle was completely sold out in November last year and we had to turn away so many disappointed children so we urge to please book online now as numbers are strictly limited due to size of the Castle and to ensure each family as an unique and magical experience.’
Also on Friday the new street lights were turned on in Templeshannon and to mark the occasion Treacy’s Hotel put on some seasonal treats of festive coffee and gingerbread men.