The Twilight Trail returns to Forbury Gardens this December with a biscuit-themed event to celebrate Reading’s link with the world-famous Huntley and Palmers biscuit factory.
The event will feature immersive installations such as The Lion’s Roar and the Production Line stepping stones.
And the trail has teamed up with Reading-based charity Launchpad for a special carol concert by BBC’s Gospel Choir of the Year 2019 winners, Reading Community Gospel Choir on Wednesday, December 8.
All proceeds from tickets sold for this special evening will be donated to Launchpad, which is fundraising to give the gift of a better Christmas to people who are homeless or at risk of sleeping rough in Reading.
Twilight Trail and Carols at the Abbey will be hosted by Launchpad’s patron, Danyl Johnson, starting at 6.30pm.
Guests are encouraged to book tickets so they can complete the trail experience before or after the carol concert.
Refreshments will be on sale in both the Abbey Ruins and on the Twilight Trail route.
Kirsti Wilson, head of marketing and fundraising at Launchpad, said she is “incredibly excited” to be partnering with the Twilight Trail for this event.
“Christmas is often a bleak and isolating time for the people we support but by buying a ticket for Twilight Trail and Carols at the Abbey, you can give the gift of a better Christmas to those who are homeless or at risk of losing their home,” she said.
“Launchpad provides a lifeline to those in need over the festive season with safe and stable accommodation, legal advice, a drop-in service and practical support with things like food parcels and mobile phones.”
For more information on the charity, visit launchpadreading.org.uk
