A church's Christmas Tree Festival is going to be bigger and better than ever.
St Thomas’s Church in Salisbury is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its Christmas Tree Festival, which has grown to be one of the largest and most popular events of its kind in the UK.
With more trees and a record number of musicians, this year’s festival promises an unforgettable Christmas experience.
Opening on Tuesday, December 3, and running until Sunday, December 8, the festival offers free entry with doors open from 10am to 5.30pm Tuesday to Saturday, and 12noon to 5.30pm on Sunday.
READ MORE: Tabletop gaming business prepares to move into purpose-built medieval tavern
The efforts aim to raise money for this year's nominated charities, Christians Against Poverty (CAP) and Morning Star Salisbury.
Last year, more than 12,000 visitors donated more than £20,000 to the worthy causes.
Visitors are always inspired by the creativity of the decorated trees, which evoke the true spirit of Christmas.
The festive music programme, featuring leading local groups, choirs, soloists and bands, adds to the celebration.
The Christmas Tree Festival is a visual and aural feast, showcasing the best of the festive season.
SEE MORE: Win £2,500 and help Salisbury hospital by entering charity's Christmas raffle
Seasonal treats and snacks will be on offer from the church's festive catering team to help keep visitors energised.
For two decades, the festival has been an essential part of the Christmas celebrations for residents, local visitors, and tourists alike.
The Christmas Tree Festival marks the start of a series of festive events at St Thomas’s.
On Saturday, December 14, the Christmas entertainment, Christmas Delights, will take place at 12.15pm, followed by the Children’s Christingle Service at 4pm.
On Wednesday, December 18, the popular Carols for Busy People will be held at 1pm, and the traditional St Thomas’s Carols by Candlelight service will take place at 6pm on Sunday, December 22.
The festive period concludes with Midnight Mass on Tuesday, December 24 and the family service at 10.15am on Christmas Day.
More information about these events can be found at stthomassalisbury.co.uk.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here