The Dereham Christmas Lights Switch On was cancelled [due to Storm Bert] but the Tree Festival was up and running in the Parish Church. We popped down after lunch to have a look. It is the first time they have done one of these. I am not sure if I saw every tree, they were arranged all over the church, and sadly there was no site plan, numbering or clear labelling. There were a few trees which gave very little clue as to who had made them, and others which seemed to have no clear theme identifying their origins. But a clear collaborative effort across the town.
There were trees from local charities, local businesses,and community groups. I liked the Dementia Golf Tree [decorated golf balls and tees] and the LitterPickers and Refill Shop [all made from recycled stuff]
But on the whole, many people had made a lot of effort. And the refreshments were good, if a little pricey [£2 for a cup of instant coffee seems a lot to me!] - maybe I am too used to Nonconformist catering...
I filled in the questionnaire, which a gentleman was handing out to those of us drinking our tea. That was mainly about the use of the building in general [Bob and I agreed that the plans for a kitchenette and toilets on site were good ones] and mentioned the labelling issue to the chap, who said that was a very good suggestion!
Here's the Hospital Tree. Ann and Carol had worked hard with pill-bottle lights, the patients' coloured baubles, and other card baubles with finger prints and names of all staff members
Pauline, if you are reading this, I hope your Festival in Dorset is successful - can you send a couple of ladies up to Norfolk to give these folk some hints and tips?
Have you seen any innovative trees at festivals near you?
They look lovely! Annoyingly, I found a local one advertising but it's next weekend when I am out both days in London doing concerts. So not able to go. Kx
ReplyDeleteI'm sure there will be another 🎄🎄
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ReplyDeleteSo far we have 30 Christmas trees promised from a variety of organisations. Just waiting on some to get back to me with their themes.
This is my first year of co-ordinating the Christmas Tree festival, after being Muriel's apprentice. No pressure! Although I do have good team behind me.
Pauline
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DeleteNext week I shall be heading for my 'annual photos of the trees in the church' at Stowmarket. Stow have been running it for many many years and have numbers on the trees and a handout to say who's done which.
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You always post super pictures of the Stow trees. Looking forward to seeing them 🎄🎄🎄
DeleteOur local Tree Festival is at St Thomas' church on the 6th and 7th. Last year the trees were all labelled really well, with lots of information about their theme, which I really enjoyed. I'll try and take some more photos this year and share them.
ReplyDeleteSuch information is really helpful and adds to our appreciation of the festivals
DeleteLooks like a really good effort x
ReplyDeleteAlison in Wales x
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ReplyDeleteThis is a lovely idea! Such an assortment of decorations. Your little books are terrific on the MU tree and I really like the pill bottle lights on the hospital tree ( so clever). JanF
ReplyDeleteI thought my friend's pill bottle lamps were brilliant
DeletePlenty to see at your tree festival - lovely. The books and baubles looked good, and I'm sure the 'bauble painters' will be pleased with the pictures
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DeleteBoth the trees you helped with look lovely. An’t believe there was so little information-I suppose as ex teachers we would have done it automatically. And yes-that’s a ridiculous price for a cup of instant coffee! Catriona
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DeleteI haven't come across a Christmas tree display locally, but one church has displayed creches during Advent in previous years.
ReplyDeleteSuch a nice display of trees! There used to be a commercial building in downtown L.A., where there used to be a display of decorated Christmas trees in the lobby, with a Santa's Workshop that one could walk-through. I used to go through the lobby on my way to lunch. I don't know if they still have that display, but, it was nice to see all the different trees decorated by different groups and organizations.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds lovely. Taking Jess to nursery on the bus last week, we passed lots of shops and hotels with elaborate trees and decorations. It brightened the journey (and Jess started singing all her Christmas songs)
DeleteHow cute!
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