Community groups, schools, businesses and others around Worksop are invited to get involved in one of the town's loveliest Christmas events.

Once again, the Worksop Community Christmas Tree Festival will take place in the stunning surroundings of Worksop Priory Church, and everyone can be a part of the spectacular festive showcase.

The five days of celebration are made all the more special with the medieval architecture of the Priory Church as a magical backdrop.

Running from Wednesday, December 2 to Sunday, December 6, the festival will be open daily from 10am to 4pm, with a late-night opening until 7.30pm on Thursday, December 3.

A scene from last year's Christmas Tree Festival in The Priory Church, Worksop.

placeholder image — A scene from last year's Christmas Tree Festival in The Priory Church, Worksop.

This year’s festival will feature dozens of uniquely decorated Christmas trees, each created by local businesses, community groups, schools, and charities.

Visitors are invited to wander among the displays, enjoy the atmosphere and refreshments, and support participating organisations.

Any new groups who haven't previously entered a tree are urged to get involved, and festival organisers are keen to include more local musical groups.

Special events during the festival include the following, with more bookings to be posted nearer the time;

The stunning Worksop Priory Church will host its 12th Christmas Tree Festival this year.

December 3, 2pm, Box of Frogs guitar group - part of the Worksop and District U3A

December 4, 11am, Mosaic Recorder Consort

December 5, The Worksop Priory Christmas Fair.

Entry to the festival is free, with donations welcomed to help cover the costsof hosting the event.

Guests can also take part in the popular Best Tree Competition. Each visitor will have the chance to vote for their favourite tree, and the tree with the most votes by the end of the festival will receive a £100 donation for their chosen cause.

Susan Bekisz, parish administrator and festival co-ordinator, said: “The Worksop Community Christmas Tree Festival brings together the very best of our town’s creativity, generosity, and festive spirit.

"We are thrilled to welcome visitors back to celebrate once again within the beautiful surroundings of Worksop Priory."

For more information on how to get involved, email [email protected]