Happy Little Trees
You may have heard of Bob Ross's legendary “happy little trees” or “happy little clouds.” This art world icon created a legacy that spans across generations. With his calming voice, endless creativity, and signature afro, he became a cherished public figure and a name everyone knows.
These trees are part of Bournemouth’s Christmas Tree Wonderland, a beautiful festive path that meanders through the lower gardens of Bournemouth, adorned with enchanting lights. Brimming with magic, sparkle, and awe, the Christmas Tree Wonderland trail is animated by frequent light displays, moving characters, and live music throughout the journey. The event took place from 15th November to 31st December 2023, showcasing more than 100 sparkling trees and illuminations.
The Lower, Central, and Upper Gardens offer various environments and activities. Since 1999, all three gardens have received Green Flag awards. They stretch approximately 3 kilometres from Bournemouth pier to the Poole boundary. The gardens are included in the Bourne Valley Greenway and are Grade II listed in the English Heritage Register of Parks and Gardens. Numerous activities and events occur in Bournemouth Gardens, or you can just take in the beautiful surroundings.
The Lower Gardens, though relatively brief in length as it stretches from the pier to the town centre, is always bustling with activity. Throughout the year, visitors can enjoy attractions such as mini golf, a bandstand, the Hedgehog Kiosk for snacks, Street Food Corner, an aviary, and one of the longest-running open-air art exhibitions in the country. Various events occur all year round, including the remarkable Christmas Tree Wonderland, which showcases a beautiful trail of Christmas trees and festive activities, drawing in thousands of guests.
The modest structure located in the middle distance is the public toilets of the Lower Gardens. During the summer, these facilities are open from 7:30 am until 5:30 pm, while in the winter, the hours change to 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Additionally, it features a Changing Places toilet designed for those with disabilities, as well as a family room equipped for baby changing needs.
The prominent building visible in the background is the ODEON Bournemouth BH2 cinema. This establishment boasts 10 screens that present cinematic marvels in stunning RealD 3D and engaging immersive iSense experiences. The auditoriums are equipped with Premier and Recliner Seats for added comfort. Additionally, the cinema features a spacious Costa coffee shop and a Bar for refreshments. ODEON Bournemouth BH2 is conveniently located within the car park of the BH2 leisure centre, making it easily accessible for visitors.
RealD 3D is a cinema technology that uses circularly polarized light to create a stereoscopic image projection. It's designed to provide an immersive experience with high-resolution video, surround sound, and realistic scenes. iSense is ODEON's cutting-edge cinema technology that combines the best sound, picture and venue design for a truly immersive cinema experience.
www.aaronreedphotography.com/gallery/bob-ross-happy-littl....
www.letsgoout-bournemouthandpoole.co.uk/whats-on/christma...
www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/leisure-culture-and-local-heritage/...
www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/communities/public-toilets/find-a-p...
www.odeon.co.uk/cinemas/bournemouth-bh2/
Happy Little Trees
You may have heard of Bob Ross's legendary “happy little trees” or “happy little clouds.” This art world icon created a legacy that spans across generations. With his calming voice, endless creativity, and signature afro, he became a cherished public figure and a name everyone knows.
These trees are part of Bournemouth’s Christmas Tree Wonderland, a beautiful festive path that meanders through the lower gardens of Bournemouth, adorned with enchanting lights. Brimming with magic, sparkle, and awe, the Christmas Tree Wonderland trail is animated by frequent light displays, moving characters, and live music throughout the journey. The event took place from 15th November to 31st December 2023, showcasing more than 100 sparkling trees and illuminations.
The Lower, Central, and Upper Gardens offer various environments and activities. Since 1999, all three gardens have received Green Flag awards. They stretch approximately 3 kilometres from Bournemouth pier to the Poole boundary. The gardens are included in the Bourne Valley Greenway and are Grade II listed in the English Heritage Register of Parks and Gardens. Numerous activities and events occur in Bournemouth Gardens, or you can just take in the beautiful surroundings.
The Lower Gardens, though relatively brief in length as it stretches from the pier to the town centre, is always bustling with activity. Throughout the year, visitors can enjoy attractions such as mini golf, a bandstand, the Hedgehog Kiosk for snacks, Street Food Corner, an aviary, and one of the longest-running open-air art exhibitions in the country. Various events occur all year round, including the remarkable Christmas Tree Wonderland, which showcases a beautiful trail of Christmas trees and festive activities, drawing in thousands of guests.
The modest structure located in the middle distance is the public toilets of the Lower Gardens. During the summer, these facilities are open from 7:30 am until 5:30 pm, while in the winter, the hours change to 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Additionally, it features a Changing Places toilet designed for those with disabilities, as well as a family room equipped for baby changing needs.
The prominent building visible in the background is the ODEON Bournemouth BH2 cinema. This establishment boasts 10 screens that present cinematic marvels in stunning RealD 3D and engaging immersive iSense experiences. The auditoriums are equipped with Premier and Recliner Seats for added comfort. Additionally, the cinema features a spacious Costa coffee shop and a Bar for refreshments. ODEON Bournemouth BH2 is conveniently located within the car park of the BH2 leisure centre, making it easily accessible for visitors.
RealD 3D is a cinema technology that uses circularly polarized light to create a stereoscopic image projection. It's designed to provide an immersive experience with high-resolution video, surround sound, and realistic scenes. iSense is ODEON's cutting-edge cinema technology that combines the best sound, picture and venue design for a truly immersive cinema experience.
www.aaronreedphotography.com/gallery/bob-ross-happy-littl....
www.letsgoout-bournemouthandpoole.co.uk/whats-on/christma...
www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/leisure-culture-and-local-heritage/...
www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/communities/public-toilets/find-a-p...
www.odeon.co.uk/cinemas/bournemouth-bh2/