Over 70 Trees On Display As Beverley Minster Opens Their Annual Christmas Tree Festival

Over 70 Trees On Display As Beverley Minster Opens Their Annual Christmas Tree Festival

today officially opened their Tree Festival.

Featuring 71 trees the Christmas Tree Festival is a key fund-raiser for Minster and across the three days, around 3,000 people come to Minster to view the trees.

Organised by Carol and Peter Mounstephen the Christmas Tree Festival is in its fourth year and has continued to grow in popularity.

Speaking to HU17.net Carol said;

“Every year more and more people have wanted to be involved. We have reached a capacity now, and we have a waiting list for people who want to sponsor a tree.”

“As an event, it helps bring people to Beverley Minster who may not come here normally. It is also one of the big fund-raising for Beverley Minster raising thousands of pounds.”

People come from far and wide to view the selection of trees that are sponsored and decorated by a host of local organisations, including schools and colleges.

Carol added;

“The first year we hosted it the event was featured in Yorkshire Life Magazine, so we got a lot of interest from people throughout the region.”

“We also pick up a lot of visitors from , which takes place in Beverley this Sunday. They come along throughout the day to look at the trees which helps boost visitor numbers.”

The Christmas Tree Festival runs until the 14th December, and the entrance is just £2.

Tonight the tree sponsors will be invited to special reception at the Minster where they can view their trees while enjoying a glass of mulled wine.



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