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The path of enchanted woodland animals

Discover a gathering of willow creatures, enchanted in nature by virtue of their grand stature.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Meet the regal stag with antlers like branches, a cheerful robin and clever fox, the wise badger and shy little mouse with down-turned paws, and a hedgehog wrapped in a coat of prickles.

Each woodland critter is created by local community groups and volunteers, woven with wonder and waiting to be found.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

Follow the Valley Views trail along the Avenue and towards the Stables

Other

Last entry into Gibside is at 3pm.

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on
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at 11:00 to 11:45

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on
20 Dec to 22 Dec 2025
at 11:00 to 12:30+ 3 other dates or times