Christmas has arrived at Kildare Village as presenter Kathryn Thomas and singer Loah joined forces to launch the festive wonderland.
MC Darren Kennedy introduced the Kildare native singer and songwriter Loah on stage for a performance as she brought Christmas to life in the Village.
Kathryn, took over to launch The Enchanted Forest initiative with Barretstown, the Kildare Village charity partner.
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Kathryn, who is a new Barretstown ambassador, revealed that together with the Village, they are launching a Christmas gift for the Sustainable Gifter - The Enchanted Forest.
Speaking about the RTE Operation Transformation presenter said: “I am delighted and honoured to be a new Ambassador for Barretstown.
“I am a Mum to two beautiful girls – Ellie and Grace - which is why I’m so proud to be a part of this great initiative between Barretstown, the Tree Council of Ireland and Kildare Village - to help children living with serious illness.
“If you are looking for a unique, thoughtful, and sustainable gift this Christmas - a tree in The Enchanted Forest at Barretstown is ideal. It is a beautiful gift which is both sustainable and supports Barretstown.”
The Barretstown Enchanted Forest is a sustainable initiative in conjunction with the Tree Council of Ireland.
Available exclusively this Christmas in Kildare Village and online, a tree can be sponsored for a donation of €75 and will help Barretstown reach more children living with serious illness.
A native Irish tree will be planted in the recipient’s honour whislt the recipient will receive a personalised certificate, including the unique tree reference number, and can visit their tree at Barretstown.
One thousand native Irish trees will be planted in The Enchanted Forest at Barretstown, on the 500-acre estate in Co. Kildare.
Commenting on the new initiative, Kildare Village Business Director, Victor Biffi Rosano commented: “We are honoured to be continuing our partnership with our DoGood charity partner, Barretstown, in a new and innovative way this Christmas.
“The Enchanted Forest space in Kildare Village will be a beautiful experience and will evoke curiosity for our guests. I’m confident that they will be delighted to learn how they can support this charity and the children and families that they work with, in a sustainable way.”
Speaking about the launch, Dee Ahearn, Chief Executive at Barretstown, added: “The Enchanted Forest will be open to the public each year during the Barretstown Open Days, and Enchanted Tree owners are very welcome to visit their tree and see the impact of their support for children living with serious illness.”
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