So, who is incharge of the Christmas tree in your house? Is it beautifully arrangedwith a coordinated colour scheme,a mass of sentimental knick knacks or maybeits a bit lop-sided but loved because the children decorated it.
If you are in need of inspiration then head along to St Stephens Churchon Church Green in Redditch Town Centre, it might just inspire you in moreways than one! Theres festive treat instore for visitors to St Stephens Church as hosts a Christmas Tree Festival.
With 27 beautiful trees for people to enjoy, all of which havebeen individually decorated by local businesses, charities, community groupsand churches. Visitors to the Christmas Tree Festival will also have theopportunity to choose their favourite tree, by donating money to the good causeof the tree that catches their eye.
As well as the dazzling display of trees there will also be aninteractive Christmas experience to enjoy with nativity themed activities andthe chance to place a prayer on the prayer tree.
The festival opened on Saturday, 23 November to coincide with theswitch on of the town centres Christmas lights and it will be open daily from10am to 4pm until Christmas Eve. Entry is free. Enjoy thebeautiful surroundings of St Stephens Church, listen to Christmas music and on Saturday, 21 December people are urged to take timeout from their festive preparations to take part in a special Christmas CarolWorkshop at 3pm and 4pm with Maria Brannelly and Choirs Connected, followed bya pop-up Christmas Carol Concert at 5pm.
Elaine Whitfield, Churchwarden, said:Were excited to be hosting the Christmas Tree Festival. It promises to be apure visual, spiritual and sensory delight, a great way to support good causesand a fantastic start to the festive season. We look forward to giving you alla warm welcome.
