Join us for a wonderful weekend of festive creativity as St John the Baptist church is transformed by beautifully decorated Christmas trees created by local schools, community groups, charities, businesses and families.
Wander through the displays, vote for your favourite tree, enjoy seasonal refreshments and join us for our special Carols by Tree Light celebration on Saturday evening.
All funds raised will support the ministry and mission of the parish.
Festival Dates
Tree Set Up
Thursday 27 November 2026 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Schools Day
Friday 28 November 2026 Pre-booked visits for schools and nurseries.
Open to the Public
Saturday 28 November 2026 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday 29 November 2026 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Tree Collection
Monday 30 November 2026 By pre-arranged appointment.
Admission
£2 per adult
Children accompanied by an adult are free.
Carols by Tree Light
Saturday 28 November 2026
6:00pm - 7:00pm
A beautiful and atmospheric hour of traditional Christmas carols, surrounded by the glow of the festival trees.
Hot chocolate, mulled wine and mince pies will be available.
No tickets required. Donations welcome.
Exhibit a Christmas Tree
We warmly invite local schools, nurseries, businesses, charities, community organisations, church groups and families to take part.
Decorate a tree to reflect your organisation, community work, Christmas traditions or a theme of your choice.
Participation is free.
Trees should be installed during the set-up session on Thursday 27 November between 12pm and 8pm.
Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
What exhibitors need to know
- Trees must be artificial.
- Exhibitors provide their own tree and decorations.
- Battery-operated lights are strongly encouraged.
- All decorations should be securely attached.
- Displays must be suitable for a family audience.
- Trees should be collected on Monday 30th November by prior arrangement.
The form to enter a tree is available to download below.
Get Involved
We're looking for volunteers to help with:
- Welcoming visitors
- Refreshments
- Children's crafts
- Setting up
- Tidying up after the festival
If you'd like to help, please contact the Parish Office.