The festival was officially opened as part of the town’s Victorian Evening.
St Mary’s Church has been filled with around 70 decorated trees by local businesses, organisations, charities and school children.
The festival will be open daily from 10am to 4pm until December 8 except Sunday December 8 when it will be open at noon to 4pm.
Admission costs £2 per adult and children aged under 16 can enter for free.

1. St Mary's Christmas Tree Festival 2024
The Christmas Tree Festival launched during the town's Victorian Evening. Pictured: Richard Warren Photo: Mike Baker

2. St Mary's Christmas Tree Festival 2024
The Christmas Tree Festival will run until December 8. Pictured: Tony Fitzpatrick Photo: Mike Baker

3. St Mary's Christmas Tree Festival 2024
The Christmas Tree Festival inside St Mary's Church. Pictured: Josh Warren Photo: Mike Baker

4. St Mary's Christmas Tree Festival 2024
Some of the trees inside the church. Photo: Mike Baker