Secret World Wildlife Rescue in East Huntspill will be holding a series of festive events and activities this December to help young and old get into a jolly mood for the holiday season.

With a Santa’s grotto, craft workshops and carol singing, the wildlife rescue charity will be catering for everyone young and old. And the money raised will also ensure the animals in Secret World’s care will get the best Christmas possible.

Samantha Hannay, Head of External Relations at Secret World, said: “We are always trying to find ways to educate the public about the plight of British wildlife. By opening our doors, we can highlight our rescue, rehabilitation and release work.

“We are quite excited about our Christmas programme. We have tried to cater to a wide variety of ages, tastes and interests.”

Santa’s Grotto

Father Christmas will be visiting Secret World on Sunday 3^rd, 10^th and 17^th December. Meet him in his grotto and receive a gift! Make festive crafts while you wait, and buy last-minute gifts from Secret World’s shop. Refreshments, including mince pies and mulled wine, will be available. Slots must be booked in advance on www.secretworld.org and cost £7 per child. Dogs are welcome too.

Christmas workshops

Feeling crafty? Get to work in Santa’s workshop and make decorations that you can display proudly in your home, from traditional log centrepieces to wooden tree decorations and wreaths. Ideal for making your home feel festive, of for gifts for friends and family. The workshops will take place on Thursdays 7^th, 14^th and 21^st December and cost £8 per person.

Carols by Candlelight

Gather around the Christmas tree on Friday 15^th December from 6pm for some traditional carol singing. Illuminated by candlelight, this event is guaranteed to make you feel all merry and bright. Refreshments, including mulled wine and mince pies, will be available and the resident birds of prey will make an appearance.

To book your tickets or for more information, please go to www.secretworld.org/events

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Notes to editors:
About Secret World Wildlife Rescue
– Secret World Wildlife Rescue is one of the South West’s leading wildlife rescue charities (charity number 1097119) based in East Huntspill in Somerset.
– Now in its 25th year, Secret World Wildlife Rescue cares for more than 5,000 sick, injured and orphaned animals each year.
– As well as being a respected source of expertise and a centre of excellence where British wildlife receives the best care, Secret World has an extensive volunteer programme and engages with schools to promote respect for wildlife and the environment, adding further benefits to the local community.
– As Secret World does not receive any government funding, it relies entirely on the generosity of supporters and donors to carry out this important work for British wildlife.
– The charity’s website is www.secretworld.org

For media information, please contact:
Sarah-Jane Freni
Shooting Star
0117 4038200
sarahjane@weareshootingstar.co.uk
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