Leamington’s forest of festive trees will returns to the town later this year.

The Leamington Christmas Tree Festival, at All Saints’ Church from Saturday November 28 to Sunday December 6, will feature 60 decorated Christmas trees, live performances, family activities and a new charity partnership with ARC.

Now in its fifth year, the festival attracts thousands of visitors.

And organisers Whittle Productions CIC say there are still a small number of trees available for organisations wanting to join this year’s line-up.

Photo LR: [Di Sinclair (Arc), Stephanie Kerr (Bid Leamington), David Clargo (Whittle Productions) and Kath Pasteur (Arc). Representatives from Whittle Productions, ARC and BID Leamington get into the festive spirit ahead of the return of Leamington Christmas Tree Festival this November. Credit: Mark Godfrey.

placeholder image — Photo LR: [Di Sinclair (Arc), Stephanie Kerr (Bid Leamington), David Clargo (Whittle Productions) and Kath Pasteur (Arc). Representatives from Whittle Productions, ARC and BID Leamington get into the festive spirit ahead of the return of Leamington Christmas Tree Festival this November. Credit: Mark Godfrey.

Carole Sleight from Whittle Productions said: “Every year we’re amazed by the creativity people bring to their trees - 60 completely different ideas, each telling its own story.

“We already have a fantastic mix of organisations taking part, but there are still a few trees available.

"So if you’ve been thinking about joining us, now’s the time.”

The festival will include a gift fair on Saturday December 5 featuring local makers and independent businesses.

New for younger visitors is the Little Leam Tree Fest – Colour & Create Zone, with festive activities for toddlers and older children, while a quieter session will offer a more relaxed opportunity to enjoy the festival.

Friday December 4, will once again be dog-friendly with treats to all festively dressed canines.

The festival’s charity partner ARC - Achieving Results in Communities CIC- has spent 15 years improving wellbeing, communities and the environment across the Warwick district through connection with nature.

ARC runs nature-based wellbeing programmes, community gardening initiatives and activities for children, families and schools.

The majority of participants (87 per cent) report a greater connection to nature and 98 per cent a stronger sense of belonging within their community.

With funding pressures affecting its work, the festival partnership will help raise funds and awareness for ARC’s year-round wellbeing and community activities.

ARC Director Kath Pasteur said: “We’re delighted to be the charity partner for this year’s Leamington Tree Festival.

"The support will help us continue improving people’s wellbeing, nurturing children’s connection to nature and enhancing green spaces for wildlife.”

To find out more about the event including how to book a tree visit the Whittle Productions website here whittleproductions.co.uk