If you’re fortunate enough to be in Scotland during October/November, do not miss The Enchanted Forest in Pitlochry!
Originally published October 8th, 2014 (updated July, 2023)
As you may know, last Saturday I competed in the World Porridge Making Championships in Carrbridge, Scotland.
Disclosure: I was given two media passes to enjoy the Enchanted Forest in exchange for writing about the experience.
I was fortunate enough to share the winning title for the Specialty Award for my sticky toffee porridge.
UPDATE (2023): This year’s Enchanted Forest theme is “FROM THE DEEP”, featuring a music and light show to highlight sea life and creatures. Faskally Wood will be transformed into a scene from the depths of the ocean from October 5th until November 5th, 2023. “
The aquatic show will include several impressive installations, including a phenomenal light show over Loch Dunmore using music, animation, projection, beams, lights, and lasers to tell stories of bioluminescent creatures which are found throughout marine habitats, from the ocean’s surface to the bottom of the seafloor.
And you know me, I’m all about the food. How do wood-fired pizzas, hot chips, sweet snacks and even roasted marshmallows sound while you’re in the forest?!
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I was (and still am) over the moon, but the excitement and happiness of the day wasn’t over once we left Carrbridge. That’s because I had tickets to The Enchanted Forest in Pitlochry.
I almost stayed for the ceilidh (a party with Scottish dancing and drinking) in Carrbridge. However, now I am glad that I did not miss The Enchanted Forest because I just loved this experience!
My mother and I had a brief wait for a bus to take us from the main street in Pitlochry for a short ride to The Enchanted Forest. I honestly will say that what I had imagined was completely surpassed by what I experienced when walking through the forest.
Have you been to Edinburgh Castle?
The photos you see here cannot do justice to the event. The sights and sounds are amplified in person and the atmosphere is magical. I hope I can convince everyone reading this that if you are lucky enough to live within driving distance, that you will go to experience The Enchanted Forest for yourself.
Last year (2013), over 40,000 visitors attended the award-winning outdoor event. Each year features a new theme: this year’s being “elemental”. Besides a light and music show, this year’s The Enchanted Forest featured aerial artists from All or Nothing, which added a wonderful human element to the entertaining evening.
The moon was bright and just added to the enchanting atmosphere. It was the most brilliant way to end an incredible day!
Make sure to plan to see The Enchanted Forest at some point, because it is definitely something to put on your bucket list.
For tickets and more information please visit
The Enchanted Forest website
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I can also highly recommend Northlands Bed and Breakfast which is also located in Pitlochry. Sumptuous accommodations, personalized service and an incredible breakfast will await you! Let them know I sent you!
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In California, or visiting soon? Check out Sensorio, another gorgeous and immersive light installation in Paso Robles, California.
Isn’t it magical?
Yes, on Halloween the kids come around, they are not “Trick or Treaters” – they are guysers, though nowadays they do say “Trick or Treat”. As I remember it the guysers have to sing a song, dance, tell a joke or whatever to get their treats! I blame the movies!
Yes! My dad says the same thing, they you had to “work” for your treat!
How magical! What a wonderful trip!
Put it on your bucket list, Mindy! ;)
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Thank you so very much, Dottie! Yes, if you do ever get the chance to go to Scotland, you’d be so happy to be able to visit the Enchanted Forest! They do celebrate Halloween in Scotland, but this event is over on the 26th of October, unfortunately. I was very lucky to be there, just at the right time! :) I’ve been so fortunate this year! xx
Hi Christina,
Once again, congratulations on the win and I can imagine how happy you must be. This post on the Enchanted Forest is awesome! I really wish I could see this place. It looks so magical. The light show with all the colors must have been a sight to see. So glad that you were able to see this before you left Scotland. I would think that being there at this time of the year is even better…I don’t know if they celebrate Halloween in Scotland? This would be perfect for Halloween time. Thank you for sharing this info, I will check out the website. Hope that you have a fun time,
Dottie :)