6.30pm: St Mary’s Christmas Tree Festival Concert
St Mary's Church, Yate
This year’s tree festival at St Mary's Church Yate has as its theme 'The Christmas Story'. It will open on Friday 1st December with an evening concert of colourful music from local group The Dixie Belles supported by Olga’s Ukrainian Choir, and will run until Saturday 9th December. Throughout the week there will be a variety of musical interludes, craft activities and refreshments.
Pot-grown Christmas trees will be provided in situ within the church ready for decoration. If you as a group, business, family, school, or individual would like to sponsor and decorate a Christmas tree at the festival, please contact us by email below for more information. Your tree must be booked in advance – early application guarantees a space!
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Christmas Community Entertainment
Yate Shopping Centre
School and community choirs, along with other musical attractions, will top the bill at Yate Shopping Centre in the weeks running-up to Christmas.
Andrew Lowrey, Yate Shopping Centre Manager, said: “We are proud to be part of a vibrant community here in Yate and are excited to be able to host and support so many local schools and community choirs throughout the festive period.
“In the week prior to Christmas there will also be entertainment at the Grotto on the days that Father Christmas is not with us, specifically for the youngsters who will have started their school holidays by then."
The remaining Community Events planned, all of which will be around the Central Square in front of the Christmas Grotto, are:
Friday 8th... Read more >>
6pm: Christmas Carols in The Park
Kingsgate Park
6-7pm, meet outside the compound near the car park entrance
Join us for carol singing, followed by free mulled wine, squash, treats for children and mince pies.
Led by Rev Hywel Snook, Yate Parish and Rev Leigh Maydew, Yate Methodist Church.
Hosted by Friends of Kingsgate Park in conjunction with Yate Town Council.
10am: U3A Quilters Fundraising Craft Fair
Old Grammar School Rooms
10am-4pm - free entry
In June this year friends, family and members of the U3A quilting group held their third fundraiser in support of the people of Ukraine. The event raised over £1200, which meant that the amount raised for Ukraine by the three events totalled £3000.
Our next Craft Fair will raise funds for the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity and Huntington’s Disease Association.
Please join us for more crafts and refreshments.
10am: Yate's Santa's Grotto
Yate Shopping Centre
Santa’s grotto will be open from Sunday 26th November from 10am until 4pm and each successive Saturday and Sunday running through to Christmas week when it will be open more often, closing on Christmas Eve at 1pm.
You'll find Santa’s grotto sited in the Central Square.
Please see our website below for further details. There will be free stickers and certificates for each child on their visit to Santa who will be located outside the Grotto.
We are suggesting a contribution of £1 per visit which will go towards our adopted charity, the fantastic local Jessie May Children’s Hospice.
10.30am: St Mary’s Christmas Tree Festival Open Saturday
St Mary's Church, Yate
10.30am-3pm
This year’s tree festival at St Mary's Church Yate has as its theme 'The Christmas Story'.
We have music from the Yate Community Choir, dance from Tribal Fantasy, crafts and light refreshments.
All funds raised will be shared equally between St Mary’s Church for improvements, ensuring its use by and for the wider community for years to come, and the From Bristol with Love local charity who are supplying and delivering generators for use in Ukraine.
3pm: Carols in the Barn
Winterbourne Medieval Barn
- Saturday 9th December, 3pm
- Sunday 10th December, 3pm or 6pm
Sing along to the well-known carols and enjoy quirky drama from members of St Michael’s church re-telling the Christmas story in their own way! The Medieval Barn makes a very atmospheric setting for celebrating our old traditions.
To get you in the festive spirit your ticket includes a cup of mulled wine and a mince pie to enjoy before the carols start (non-alcoholic, gluten-free, and children's alternatives available). The doors open for this 45 minutes before the Carols. Seating is unreserved.
Please remember, the Barn is a medieval agricultural building with minimal heating and can be pretty chilly in December, so wrap up warm in your finest festive jumpers, hats... Read more >>
10am: Yate's Santa's Grotto
Yate Shopping Centre
Santa’s grotto will be open from Sunday 26th November from 10am until 4pm and each successive Saturday and Sunday running through to Christmas week when it will be open more often, closing on Christmas Eve at 1pm.
You'll find Santa’s grotto sited in the Central Square.
Please see our website below for further details. There will be free stickers and certificates for each child on their visit to Santa who will be located outside the Grotto.
We are suggesting a contribution of £1 per visit which will go towards our adopted charity, the fantastic local Jessie May Children’s Hospice.
Carols in the Barn
Winterbourne Medieval Barn
3pm or 6pm
Sing along to the well-known carols and enjoy quirky drama from members of St Michael’s church re-telling the Christmas story in their own way! The Medieval Barn makes a very atmospheric setting for celebrating our old traditions.
To get you in the festive spirit your ticket includes a cup of mulled wine and a mince pie to enjoy before the carols start (non-alcoholic, gluten-free, and children's alternatives available). The doors open for this 45 minutes before the Carols. Seating is unreserved.
Please remember, the Barn is a medieval agricultural building with minimal heating and can be pretty chilly in December, so wrap up warm in your finest festive jumpers, hats and scarves!
There will be 3 performances of Carols... Read more >>
6.30pm: 630 Praise - Contemporary Carols
St Mary's Church, Yate
Christmas Community Entertainment
Yate Shopping Centre
School and community choirs, along with other musical attractions, will top the bill at Yate Shopping Centre in the weeks running-up to Christmas.
Andrew Lowrey, Yate Shopping Centre Manager, said: “We are proud to be part of a vibrant community here in Yate and are excited to be able to host and support so many local schools and community choirs throughout the festive period.
“In the week prior to Christmas there will also be entertainment at the Grotto on the days that Father Christmas is not with us, specifically for the youngsters who will have started their school holidays by then."
The remaining Community Events planned, all of which will be around the Central Square in front of the Christmas Grotto, are:
Monday... Read more >>
11am: Rita's Mince Pies (incorporating Coffee @ 11)
St Mary's Church, Yate
11am-2.30pm
Come and join us for coffee, cakes, mince pies and a chat.
Everyone welcome. For more information or a lift, please contact Mike Willis 01454 312663.
6pm: Christmas Carols on the Green
Yate Heritage Centre
The Christmas Carol Evening on the Green with St Mary’s School will take place on Tuesday 12th of December at 6pm. The choir of St Mary’s and the Church will lead proceedings and everyone is welcome to sing your favourite carols.
Christmas refreshments in Yate Heritage Centre.
7.30pm: Yate Choral Society Carols and Songs for Christmas
Chipping Sodbury Town Hall
Conductor Carol Cook, accompanist Diana Williams.
Tickets £10 available by calling 01454 313907, or from Chipping Sodbury Tourist Information Centre or Choir members.
Christmas Community Entertainment
Yate Shopping Centre
School and community choirs, along with other musical attractions, will top the bill at Yate Shopping Centre in the weeks running-up to Christmas.
Andrew Lowrey, Yate Shopping Centre Manager, said: “We are proud to be part of a vibrant community here in Yate and are excited to be able to host and support so many local schools and community choirs throughout the festive period.
“In the week prior to Christmas there will also be entertainment at the Grotto on the days that Father Christmas is not with us, specifically for the youngsters who will have started their school holidays by then."
The remaining Community Events planned, all of which will be around the Central Square in front of the Christmas Grotto, are:
Wednesday... Read more >>
9.30am: Christmas Rhymetime
Yate Library
9.30–10am
Rhymes and songs for parents and babies/toddlers to enjoy together
Thursday 14th & 21st December
Friday 15th & 22nd December
7.30pm: Christmas Party Nights
Chipping Sodbury Town Hall
Whether you're a local business looking for a team meal or a group of friends wanting to celebrate the festive season, join us for our shared Christmas Party Nights and we promise you a magical evening.
Welcome drink - themed decor - 3-course feast - candy cart loaded with sweet treats - resident DJ and disco
Thursday 14th Dec £37.95
Friday 15th Dec £42.95
Minimum table of 6. Secure your place with a £10pp deposit. Call us on 07935 662280 or email below
9.30am: Christmas Rhymetime
Yate Library
9.30–10am
Rhymes and songs for parents and babies/toddlers to enjoy together
Thursday 14th & 21st December
Friday 15th & 22nd December
10.30am: Christmas Community Entertainment
Yate Shopping Centre
School and community choirs, along with other musical attractions, will top the bill at Yate Shopping Centre in the weeks running-up to Christmas.
Andrew Lowrey, Yate Shopping Centre Manager, said: “We are proud to be part of a vibrant community here in Yate and are excited to be able to host and support so many local schools and community choirs throughout the festive period.
“In the week prior to Christmas there will also be entertainment at the Grotto on the days that Father Christmas is not with us, specifically for the youngsters who will have started their school holidays by then."
The remaining Community Events planned, all of which will be around the Central Square in front of the Christmas Grotto, are:
Friday... Read more >>
7.30pm: Christmas Party Nights
Chipping Sodbury Town Hall
Whether you're a local business looking for a team meal or a group of friends wanting to celebrate the festive season, join us for our shared Christmas Party Nights and we promise you a magical evening.
Welcome drink - themed decor - 3-course feast - candy cart loaded with sweet treats - resident DJ and disco
Thursday 14th Dec £37.95
Friday 15th Dec £42.95
Minimum table of 6. Secure your place with a £10pp deposit. Call us on 07935 662280 or email below
10am: Yate's Santa's Grotto
Yate Shopping Centre
Santa’s grotto will be open from Sunday 26th November from 10am until 4pm and each successive Saturday and Sunday running through to Christmas week when it will be open more often, closing on Christmas Eve at 1pm.
You'll find Santa’s grotto sited in the Central Square.
Please see our website below for further details. There will be free stickers and certificates for each child on their visit to Santa who will be located outside the Grotto.
We are suggesting a contribution of £1 per visit which will go towards our adopted charity, the fantastic local Jessie May Children’s Hospice.
10am: Christmas Community Entertainment
Yate Shopping Centre
School and community choirs, along with other musical attractions, will top the bill at Yate Shopping Centre in the weeks running-up to Christmas.
Andrew Lowrey, Yate Shopping Centre Manager, said: “We are proud to be part of a vibrant community here in Yate and are excited to be able to host and support so many local schools and community choirs throughout the festive period.
“In the week prior to Christmas there will also be entertainment at the Grotto on the days that Father Christmas is not with us, specifically for the youngsters who will have started their school holidays by then."
The remaining Community Events planned, all of which will be around the Central Square in front of the Christmas Grotto, are:
Saturday... Read more >>
10am: Yate's Santa's Grotto
Yate Shopping Centre
Santa’s grotto will be open from Sunday 26th November from 10am until 4pm and each successive Saturday and Sunday running through to Christmas week when it will be open more often, closing on Christmas Eve at 1pm.
You'll find Santa’s grotto sited in the Central Square.
Please see our website below for further details. There will be free stickers and certificates for each child on their visit to Santa who will be located outside the Grotto.
We are suggesting a contribution of £1 per visit which will go towards our adopted charity, the fantastic local Jessie May Children’s Hospice.
Carol Services around Yate Parish
Normal Sunday Services around the Parish
St James’ 4.00pm Carol Service
St Peter’s 4.00pm Carol Service
St Mary’s 6.30pm Carol Service by candlelight
St Nix 6.30pm Carol Service (Fire Brigade Band)
Last posting date for Christmas: 2nd class
10am: Yate's Santa's Grotto
Yate Shopping Centre
Santa’s grotto will be open from Sunday 26th November from 10am until 4pm and each successive Saturday and Sunday running through to Christmas week when it will be open more often, closing on Christmas Eve at 1pm.
You'll find Santa’s grotto sited in the Central Square.
Please see our website below for further details. There will be free stickers and certificates for each child on their visit to Santa who will be located outside the Grotto.
We are suggesting a contribution of £1 per visit which will go towards our adopted charity, the fantastic local Jessie May Children’s Hospice.
Christmas Community Entertainment
Yate Shopping Centre
School and community choirs, along with other musical attractions, will top the bill at Yate Shopping Centre in the weeks running-up to Christmas.
Andrew Lowrey, Yate Shopping Centre Manager, said: “We are proud to be part of a vibrant community here in Yate and are excited to be able to host and support so many local schools and community choirs throughout the festive period.
“In the week prior to Christmas there will also be entertainment at the Grotto on the days that Father Christmas is not with us, specifically for the youngsters who will have started their school holidays by then."
The remaining Community Events planned, all of which will be around the Central Square in front of the Christmas Grotto, are:
Monday... Read more >>
2.30pm: Craft Activity: Elfish Fun
Yate Library
2.30-3.30 pm
Drop-in craft session for kids.
6pm: Carols - Westerleigh Village
New Inn, Westerleigh
In the New Inn to avoid the cold and noisy cars.
Last posting date for Christmas: 1st class
9.30am: Christmas Storytime
Yate Library
9.30am – 10am
A free family friendly storytime, with stories and a simple craft for preschool children.
10am: Yate's Santa's Grotto
Yate Shopping Centre
Santa’s grotto will be open from Sunday 26th November from 10am until 4pm and each successive Saturday and Sunday running through to Christmas week when it will be open more often, closing on Christmas Eve at 1pm.
You'll find Santa’s grotto sited in the Central Square.
Please see our website below for further details. There will be free stickers and certificates for each child on their visit to Santa who will be located outside the Grotto.
We are suggesting a contribution of £1 per visit which will go towards our adopted charity, the fantastic local Jessie May Children’s Hospice.
10.30am: Craft Activity: Silly Snowmen and Frosty Friends
Yate Library
10.30-11.30am
Drop-in craft session for kids.
11am: Christmas Community Entertainment
Yate Shopping Centre
School and community choirs, along with other musical attractions, will top the bill at Yate Shopping Centre in the weeks running-up to Christmas.
Andrew Lowrey, Yate Shopping Centre Manager, said: “We are proud to be part of a vibrant community here in Yate and are excited to be able to host and support so many local schools and community choirs throughout the festive period.
“In the week prior to Christmas there will also be entertainment at the Grotto on the days that Father Christmas is not with us, specifically for the youngsters who will have started their school holidays by then."
The remaining Community Events planned, all of which will be around the Central Square in front of the Christmas Grotto, are:
Tuesday... Read more >>
10am: Yate's Santa's Grotto
Yate Shopping Centre
Santa’s grotto will be open from Sunday 26th November from 10am until 4pm and each successive Saturday and Sunday running through to Christmas week when it will be open more often, closing on Christmas Eve at 1pm.
You'll find Santa’s grotto sited in the Central Square.
Please see our website below for further details. There will be free stickers and certificates for each child on their visit to Santa who will be located outside the Grotto.
We are suggesting a contribution of £1 per visit which will go towards our adopted charity, the fantastic local Jessie May Children’s Hospice.
11am: Christmas Community Entertainment
Yate Shopping Centre
School and community choirs, along with other musical attractions, will top the bill at Yate Shopping Centre in the weeks running-up to Christmas.
Andrew Lowrey, Yate Shopping Centre Manager, said: “We are proud to be part of a vibrant community here in Yate and are excited to be able to host and support so many local schools and community choirs throughout the festive period.
“In the week prior to Christmas there will also be entertainment at the Grotto on the days that Father Christmas is not with us, specifically for the youngsters who will have started their school holidays by then."
The remaining Community Events planned, all of which will be around the Central Square in front of the Christmas Grotto, are:
Wednesday... Read more >>
6pm: Christmas Bike Ride
Yate Shopping Centre
6-7pm, starting at Yate Community Bike Hub, 12 South Walk, Yate Shopping Centre
Enjoy a gentle 3 mile bike ride. Lights essential, fancy dress/decorated bikes optional. Everyone welcome!
9.30am: Christmas Rhymetime
Yate Library
9.30–10am
Rhymes and songs for parents and babies/toddlers to enjoy together
Thursday 14th & 21st December
Friday 15th & 22nd December
Yate Heritage Centre Christmas Closure
Yate Heritage Centre
YHC is closed from Thursday 21st of December until Wednesday 3rd of January.
10am: Yate's Santa's Grotto
Yate Shopping Centre
Santa’s grotto will be open from Sunday 26th November from 10am until 4pm and each successive Saturday and Sunday running through to Christmas week when it will be open more often, closing on Christmas Eve at 1pm.
You'll find Santa’s grotto sited in the Central Square.
Please see our website below for further details. There will be free stickers and certificates for each child on their visit to Santa who will be located outside the Grotto.
We are suggesting a contribution of £1 per visit which will go towards our adopted charity, the fantastic local Jessie May Children’s Hospice.
2.30pm: Reindeer Rock Party
Yate Library
2.30-4.00 pm
Booking required – for children age 4+. To book please email below or pop into the library.
Last posting date for Christmas: Special delivery
9.30am: Calm Before the Storm
Goldney House, Chipping Sodbury
09:30 – 17:00
As the world whirls around in a flurry, find your sanctuary amidst the serene embrace of Winter Solstice. Join us for a transformative journey of self-discovery and holistic rejuvenation.
Embrace the calm. Embrace the storm. Embrace the YOU.
9.30am: Christmas Rhymetime
Yate Library
9.30–10am
Rhymes and songs for parents and babies/toddlers to enjoy together
Thursday 14th & 21st December
Friday 15th & 22nd December
10am: Yate's Santa's Grotto
Yate Shopping Centre
Santa’s grotto will be open from Sunday 26th November from 10am until 4pm and each successive Saturday and Sunday running through to Christmas week when it will be open more often, closing on Christmas Eve at 1pm.
You'll find Santa’s grotto sited in the Central Square.
Please see our website below for further details. There will be free stickers and certificates for each child on their visit to Santa who will be located outside the Grotto.
We are suggesting a contribution of £1 per visit which will go towards our adopted charity, the fantastic local Jessie May Children’s Hospice.
7.30pm: Countdown to Christmas
Chipping Sodbury Town Hall
For the third year in a row Mini Concerts are proud to announce the return of our annual ‘Countdown to Christmas’ show.
As always, our magical show will be performed as the ultimate live 'Musical' advent calendar, counting down through some of the greatest festive hits ever recorded. If you think of your favourite ‘Now That’s What I call - Christmas’ album mixed with a sprinkling of Michael Bublé Christmas magic, then you’ll be on the right track!
From Bing Crosby's 'White Christmas' to Mariah Carey's 'All I want for Christmas', and a host of hits from the years in between, there really will be something for everyone in our ultimate Christmas musical.
Will your festive favourite make it behind the coveted final window?... Read more >>
10am: Yate's Santa's Grotto
Yate Shopping Centre
Santa’s grotto will be open from Sunday 26th November from 10am until 4pm and each successive Saturday and Sunday running through to Christmas week when it will be open more often, closing on Christmas Eve at 1pm.
You'll find Santa’s grotto sited in the Central Square.
Please see our website below for further details. There will be free stickers and certificates for each child on their visit to Santa who will be located outside the Grotto.
We are suggesting a contribution of £1 per visit which will go towards our adopted charity, the fantastic local Jessie May Children’s Hospice.
10am: Christmas Community Entertainment
Yate Shopping Centre
School and community choirs, along with other musical attractions, will top the bill at Yate Shopping Centre in the weeks running-up to Christmas.
Andrew Lowrey, Yate Shopping Centre Manager, said: “We are proud to be part of a vibrant community here in Yate and are excited to be able to host and support so many local schools and community choirs throughout the festive period.
“In the week prior to Christmas there will also be entertainment at the Grotto on the days that Father Christmas is not with us, specifically for the youngsters who will have started their school holidays by then."
The remaining Community Events planned, all of which will be around the Central Square in front of the Christmas Grotto, are:
Saturday... Read more >>
Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve Services across Yate Parish
Normal Sunday Services around the Parish
St Mary’s
4.30pm Crib Service for all the family
6.00pm Crib Service for all the family
11.00pm Midnight Communion
St Peter’s
9pm Bethlehem Carol Service
St James
11.00pm Midnight Communion
10am: Yate's Santa's Grotto - Final Day
Yate Shopping Centre
Santa’s grotto will be open from Sunday 26th November from 10am until 4pm and each successive Saturday and Sunday running through to Christmas week when it will be open more often, closing on Christmas Eve at 1pm.
You'll find Santa’s grotto sited in the Central Square.
Please see our website below for further details. There will be free stickers and certificates for each child on their visit to Santa who will be located outside the Grotto.
We are suggesting a contribution of £1 per visit which will go towards our adopted charity, the fantastic local Jessie May Children’s Hospice.
Christmas Day
Merry Christmas!
Bank Holiday: Christmas Day
Christmas Day Services across Yate Parish
St Mary’s
10.00am All-Age Christmas Day Service
St Nix
10.00am Family Communion Christmas Day Service
Boxing Day
Bank Holiday: Boxing Day
New Year's Eve
Happy New Year!
Bank Holiday: New Year's Day
10.30am: New Year’s Day Bike Ride
Yate Shopping Centre
Starting at Yate Community Bike Hub, 12 South Walk, Yate Shopping Centre
New Year’s Day ride led by Sally, meet at 10.30 for a lovely 12 mile spin through the countryside and back in time for lunch.
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