Parish Rector, the Venerable Lizzie Gaitskell, said the festival was a beautiful way to acknowledge and celebrate the strength of the community and its care agencies.

“Through the symbolism of Christmas trees and the delight they bring to people across the season, we welcome community organisations to celebrate and showcase their heart and soul through the beauty of a Christmas Tree and its decorations,” Rev Lizzie said.

“Our year has been challenging in many ways, but we look to the achievements and success that we can claim together.”

The trees will be displayed in Warwick’s St Mark’s Anglican Church from Tuesday 17 December to Friday 20 December and open for public viewing from 5pm to 7pm each evening, with a gold coin donation for entry (donated to the People’s Choice winner) and don’t forget to vote for “The People’s Choice” Tree.

Ven. Lizzie was also enthusiastic about the pop-up Twilight Christmas Gift Market being held on Thursday, 19 December from 5pm to 7pm in the church grounds.

“The pop-up Christmas Gift market is a perfect way to purchase those last-minute Christmas gift items, the ones you know you need, just in case, from local and talented artists and stallholders.

“We look forward to welcoming you to St. Mark’s to witness the beauty and spirit of our many decorated Christmas trees.”