Chester Cathedral is getting ready to launch its annual Christmas Tree Festival.
The annual free event which runs from Saturday November 28-January 3 2016, promises to welcome visitors who want to lose themselves in magical tree-lined medieval walkways twinkling with fairy lights.
More than 50 decorated trees will line the cathedral cloisters and transform the corridors into winter walkways. The 52 7’ trees are all traditional Norway Spruces, locally grown and donated by the Eaton Estate. Each seven-year-old spruce was carefully chosen for its shape and vibrant colour.
Each year the trees are sponsored and decorated by local schools and businesses with proceeds going towards a local charity, and this year it is the Neuromuscular Centre, based in Winsford who will benefit from the funds raised.
Last year the festival raised more than £2,700 for the Babygrow Appeal at the Countess of Chester Hospital.
Vice Dean of Chester Cathedral, Canon Peter Howell-Jones, said: “The cathedral is especially pleased to raise money for such a worthwhile charity which directly benefits people in the North of England and North Wales.
“With so many businesses and schools sponsoring trees it’s heart-warming to see the community join together for a common cause.”
Visitors to the Christmas tree festival are encouraged to vote for their favourite tree with the winner announced in January.
