Magician | The Oaks

The Magic of The Oaks

At The Oaks, reality bends and wonder takes root.

Across the grounds, illusions and enchanted props transform ordinary moments into unforgettable experiences. A mirror speaks with a mind of its own. A wardrobe conceals a secret realm. A wand, when held just right, awakens the unseen. Paintings stare - as if alive. And tucked among tree roots and stone walls, carvings of fauns and woodland spirits keep quiet watch.

Nothing here is by accident — every detail whispers of forgotten tales and hidden magic, inviting you to play, to imagine, and to believe in the impossible.

Welcome to a place where the laws of nature loosen — and enchantment begins.

Forced Perspective Illusions

Our forced perspective chair illusion invites to step into an alternate reality that plays with the senses. Sit down and you shrink to - or stand and tower in the land of giants. It's a moment of playful magic, designed for wonder, delight and a perfect photo that feels straight out of a storybook.

This is just the beginning - more illusions coming soon . . .

Faces that Follow

Around The Oaks, faces really do follow you. It's not your imagination. Some turn as you walk past, others shift with a glance - all crafted with illusions that play with your sense of reality. They don't speak, but somehow, they notice. And once you've seen them... it's hard not to look back!

Magic Mirror

Tucked within the cave is a mirror unlike any other - one that listens, learns and speaks. Step close, and it may know your name. Ask a question, and it just might answer. But be warned... it has a mind of its own. Designed by an Imagineer using the latest AI tools who has designed props for TV magic shows!

and plenty more for you to discover . . .

and plenty more for you to discover! A cloak disappears before your eyes. A tap floats mid-air, endlessly pouring. Doors vanish into stone, books whisper secrets and time seems to bend just a little. Some illusions are bold, some are subtle - but all invite you to look twice, wonder once more and never quite trust your senses.

About the Team

At The Oaks, magic isn’t just a theme—it’s a craft. As a member of The Magic Circle and an Imagineer with a PhD in Artificial Intelligence, I’ve sought to weave enchantment into every corner, from hidden puzzles in our escape room adventures to interactive props like our AI-powered talking mirror. But this spellbinding world wasn’t conjured alone. It took a village of brilliant minds: Amanda, a set designer for film, brought cinematic storytelling to our spaces; Alex, a gifted sculptor and artist, gave shape to wonder; and Dan, our master carpenter, turned imagination into handcrafted reality. Together, we’ve created a place where fantasy feels real and playfulness is part of the architecture.

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Photos here are of my daughters as the White Queen and Lucy from the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe . Halloween video as well as these photos are the work of Richard Wakefield.