{"id":9523,"date":"2022-12-12T13:26:16","date_gmt":"2022-12-12T13:26:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/?p=9523"},"modified":"2023-02-06T14:42:54","modified_gmt":"2023-02-06T14:42:54","slug":"christmas-at-bute-park-a-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/things-to-do\/christmas-at-bute-park-a-review","title":{"rendered":"Christmas At Bute Park: A Review"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Christmas at Bute Park is a <strong>magical light trail, <\/strong>which is a lovely way to bring twinkles and brightness to your festive season. I was lucky enough to recently attend the opening weekend of this fantastic event.<\/p>\n<p>The light displays, hypnotic lasers and <strong>magical installations<\/strong> of this festive lights trail kept me and my family captivated till the end. So, check out my review of what to expect of Bute Park 2022.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"dowtk-blog-image\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/IMG_8137-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"Bute Park Christmas lights\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                            <\/div>\n\n            [\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<h2 class=\"dowtk-heading\">Where is Christmas in Bute Park?<\/h2>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                The Christmas at Bute Park light trail returns for 2022 right in the heart of <strong>Cardiff city centre.<\/strong> The trail route is an outdoor walking trail through an area of Bute Park Arboretum, North Road Cardiff. Bute Park is a public park and this is a very popular festive event for the city.                            <\/div>\n                                                 \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-box\">\n                                <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-title\">\n                                    <span><?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"UTF-8\"?>\n<svg width=\"384px\" height=\"511px\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 511\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <title>Shape<\/title>\n    <g id=\"Page-1\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\">\n        <g id=\"location-dot-solid\" fill=\"#555555\" fill-rule=\"nonzero\">\n            <path d=\"M168.3,499.2 C116.1,435 0,279.4 0,192 C0,85.96 85.96,0 192,0 C298,0 384,85.96 384,192 C384,279.4 267,435 215.7,499.2 C203.4,514.5 180.6,514.5 168.3,499.2 L168.3,499.2 Z M192,256 C227.3,256 256,227.3 256,192 C256,156.7 227.3,128 192,128 C156.7,128 128,156.7 128,192 C128,227.3 156.7,256 192,256 Z\" id=\"Shape\"><\/path>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg> Location<\/span>                                   \n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/A9o7SNxY52ZpE6vA6\" target=\"__blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">\n                                            <span>Get directions<\/span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><!--! 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An epic display of festive lasers and special effects. You&#8217;ll be in for dazzling Christmas fun!<\/p>\n<h3>At the Start<\/h3>\n<p>On entering the park, you immediately find yourself surrounding by trees sparkling with different <strong>coloured lights<\/strong>. Then, as you pass by the serene lit up water lily flowers, you&#8217;ll notice Cardiff Castle wall light display. The castle wall which borders Bute Park has <strong>snowflake lights<\/strong> projected onto it. Like mesmerising stars they swirl around on the castle wall.<\/p>\n<h3>The Middle Part<\/h3>\n<p>The breathtaking spectrum continues with <strong>flame-lit installations <\/strong>and a light canyon. This iridescent light orb experience is wonderful to see on a dark, winter night.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, there is a musical area where children can tap the light installations. We spent a while here. My children had lots of fun and enjoyed being able to create festive sounds. Excitingly, the music echoes around the area. Therefore, adding to the Christmassy atmosphere.<\/p>\n<h3>End of the Light Trail<\/h3>\n<p>The finale of the Christmas at Bute Park takes you on a <strong>hypnotic laser journey. <\/strong>Here you will stand in awe as the lasers flash and shine up to the night sky.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_column_text]\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" style=\"max-width: 605px; min-width: 325px;\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@dayoutwiththekids\/video\/7175176358404918534\" data-video-id=\"7175176358404918534\">\n<section><a title=\"@dayoutwiththekids\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@dayoutwiththekids?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@dayoutwiththekids<\/a> Come with us for a magical evening experiencing @christmasatbutepark light trail \ud83c\udf84\u2728 <a title=\"lighttrails\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/lighttrails?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#lighttrails<\/a> <a title=\"cardiffchristmas\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cardiffchristmas?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#cardiffchristmas<\/a> <a title=\"christmas\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/christmas?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#christmas<\/a> <a title=\"christmascountdown\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/christmascountdown?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#christmascountdown<\/a> <a title=\"lightshows\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/lightshows?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#lightshows<\/a> <a title=\"visitwales\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/visitwales?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#visitwales<\/a> <a title=\"cardiffcity\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cardiffcity?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#cardiffcity<\/a> <a title=\"parentsoftiktok\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/parentsoftiktok?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#parentsoftiktok<\/a> <a title=\"familydayout\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/familydayout?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#familydayout<\/a> <a title=\"dowtk\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/dowtk?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#dowtk<\/a> <a title=\"dowtkdaysout\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/dowtkdaysout?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#dowtkdaysout<\/a> <a title=\"\u266c Christmas Is Coming - DM Production\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/Christmas-Is-Coming-7167189298578458625?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u266c Christmas Is Coming &#8211; DM Production<\/a><\/section>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<h2 class=\"dowtk-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"dowtk-faq dowtk-faq--boxed-qa\">\n                <h3 class=\"dowtk-faq__question\">Is there any age requirement?<\/h3>\n                <div class=\"dowtk-faq__answer\">There is no age requirement. Christmas at Bute Park can be enjoyed by all ages.<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"dowtk-faq dowtk-faq--boxed-qa\">\n                <h3 class=\"dowtk-faq__question\">Is there a bar at the events?<\/h3>\n                <div class=\"dowtk-faq__answer\">There are a number of drink stalls along the light trail and in the food village at the end.<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"dowtk-faq dowtk-faq--boxed-qa\">\n                <h3 class=\"dowtk-faq__question\">Are you allowed to eat at the event?<\/h3>\n                <div class=\"dowtk-faq__answer\">There is a wide range of food offerings available to purchase at the end of the Bute Park Cardiff light trail. You will find food traders ready with a delicious selection of street food. We recommend the Churros with a tempting chocolate sauce and the Yorkshire pudding wraps- such a treat!<\/p>\n<p>In addition, you will find drink traders as you wander along the light trail route . We discovered a barista van that served warming hot drinks. My 7 year old declared their hot chocolate and marshmallows the best he&#8217;d ever tasted!<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"dowtk-faq dowtk-faq--boxed-qa\">\n                <h3 class=\"dowtk-faq__question\">What is the photo or video policy during the light trail?<\/h3>\n                <div class=\"dowtk-faq__answer\">You may take photos and videos as you pass though the light displays on the trail.<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"dowtk-faq dowtk-faq--boxed-qa\">\n                <h3 class=\"dowtk-faq__question\">Where can I find my tickets?<\/h3>\n                <div class=\"dowtk-faq__answer\">You can access your tickets via your email confirmation from Christmas at Bute Park.<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"dowtk-faq dowtk-faq--boxed-qa\">\n                <h3 class=\"dowtk-faq__question\">Do the venues have disability access?<\/h3>\n                <div class=\"dowtk-faq__answer\">You can access the light trail in a wheelchair. There are some disabled car parking spaces near the event. Please ask stewards and they will be happy to assist you with any queries you may have.<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"dowtk-faq dowtk-faq--boxed-qa\">\n                <h3 class=\"dowtk-faq__question\">Do you offer carer tickets?<\/h3>\n                <div class=\"dowtk-faq__answer\">Yes, carers can get a free ticket. A disabled person can obtain one free personal assistant ticket.<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"dowtk-faq dowtk-faq--boxed-qa\">\n                <h3 class=\"dowtk-faq__question\">Can I bring animals?<\/h3>\n                <div class=\"dowtk-faq__answer\">You may bring dogs but they must be kept on a lead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n            <div class=\"dowtk-faq dowtk-faq--boxed-qa\">\n                <h3 class=\"dowtk-faq__question\">When should I arrive?<\/h3>\n                <div class=\"dowtk-faq__answer\">Your trail ticket will have a stated arrival time. It is recommended that you arrive no earlier than 5 minutes before and no later than 15 minutes after this time.<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\t<div id=\"thb-image-6ac868cbcf77c\" class=\"caption-style1  aligncenter   thb_image_link wp-caption\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"thb-image-inner size_100\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1594\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"thb_image   attachment-full thb-lazyload lazyload\" alt=\"Christmas lights in a city\" title=\"Christmas,Decoration,Background,With,Golden,Lights,Glowing\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-scaled.jpg\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-1024x638.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-1536x957.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-2048x1275.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-370x230.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-800x498.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-740x461.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-1110x690.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-20x12.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-185x115.jpg 185w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-400x249.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-1600x996.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_522413980-77x48.jpg 77w\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">So are you ready to experience a magical time at Christmas at Bute Park? Then book tickets now there are still some dates and times available.<\/p>\n<p>Are you looking for more festive light trails? Then, you need to check out our guide\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/things-to-do\/light-trails-near-me\">light trails near me.<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">If you are looking for more<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/things-to-do\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> things to do <\/a>with you family over the weekend, head over to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/things-to-do\/adventure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">adventure articles<\/a> or check out all of our amazing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/attraction-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">attraction <\/a>pages!<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We headed on down to Cardiff recently for a magical experience at Christmas in Bute Park<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29,"featured_media":9526,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[427,142],"tags":[],"thb-sponsors":[],"class_list":["post-9523","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-reviews-and-recommendations","category-things-to-do"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9523","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/29"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9523"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9523\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9526"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9523"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9523"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9523"},{"taxonomy":"thb-sponsors","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/thb-sponsors?post=9523"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}