A MAGICAL winter wonderland is once again enchanting children in Winsford.
Grandad David Robinson has been turning the garden of his home on Station Road into a giant glittering grotto for more than 30 years.
David Robinson turns the garden of his home on Station Road into a magical winter wonderland to raise funds for St Luke's Hospice
The 71-year-old has raised more then £10,000 for various charities including St Luke's Hospice, prostate cancer, guide dogs and the Salvation Army.
Last year, he donated a record £1,700 for Luke's and hopes to collect even more this time.
On the first night the lights were switched on he raised £306 for the hospice.
David is grateful for all the support he received from local businesses who kindly donate raffle and tombola prizes.
"I want to thank all the shops and businesses who donate prizes," said David, who started his charity Christmas garden when his own two children were small.
His daughter Stephanie, 42, and son Craig, 39, now enjoy the display with his wife Pat and four grandchildren.
Exciting new attractions keep youngsters fascinated as snowmen, reindeer, penguins, polar bears and Father Christmas return every year.
Projector screens bring the much-loved adventures of The Snowman back to life and Father Christmas can be seen waving from a bedroom window.
The winter scene is even more atmospheric this year as snow is falling!
"I've spent £300 of my own money on a snow machine," said David, now retired from his job at an insulation company.
"St Luke's has helped a lot of our friends and relations and means a lot to people in our community. It would be mega if we can top last year's figure."
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Rachel Hughes, St Luke's Hospice community partnerships fundraiser, said: "Over the years David has provided continued support for St Luke's Hospice and we are extremely grateful for the generosity he and his family have shown.
"We appreciate all of his efforts towards supporting patients here at St Luke's."
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