This Christmas, we invite you to step into a world of winter wonders with our Christmas Tree Stroll. Running from 29 November to 31 December, this enchanting trail will lead you to 11 beautifully decorated trees dotted around the city centre. Among the traditional Christmas trees you’ll discover seven stunning sculptures specially commissioned and created by talented local artists using sustainable materials.
Suitable for all ages, the Christmas Tree Stroll can be enjoyed throughout the festive period – there’s no fixed route or rush. Take your time as you explore Chichester’s historic streets, festive decorations and window displays, soaking up the atmosphere and admiring the variety of trees along the way.
How to take part…
Plan your stroll using the map and mark off the trees as you visit them. Each tree tells its own story, offering something special to discover. Click here to download a copy of the map.
Behind The Designs
Each of the seven sculpture trees have been individually designed and made by local artists, with a little help from local families during our October Half Term Workshops. As part of the commission, artists were asked to include a sustainable, eco-friendly element to their design.
Name: Tree of 100 Stars
Location: The Cloisters, Chichester Cathedral
Artist: Vicki Brown
Description: This enchanting tree is constructed using traditional lantern-making techniques, combining willow and paper. It’s adorned with 100 stars!
Sponsor: Kiwi Recruitment
Name: The Remembrance Tree
Location: Fernleigh House, North Street
Artist: Lisa Kebell
Description: The Remembrance Tree invites visitors to pause, reflect and remember. Crafted from sustainably sourced materials, the wooden baubles display messages to loved ones.
In partnership with: Chichester Festival Theatre
Name: Here is Home
Location: St Martin’s Gardens
Artist: Mandy Coupar
Description: Farmed from sustainable sources, the tree is designed to evoke feelings of cosiness and familiarity. Its decorations have been crafted by children using recycled materials.
Sponsor: Chichester City Council
Name: Silver Threads
Location: Draper’s Yard
Artist: Helen Solly
Description: Decorated with shimmering silver string and intricately cut recycled milk bottles, the artist drew inspiration for the sculpture from rain cascading over a spider’s web.
Sponsor: Blue Spire Accountants
Name: This Bug Hotel Is Not Just For Christmas
Location: Bishop’s Palace Gardens
Artist: Bec Hopkins
Description: Inspired by a love of insects, the giant bug hotel aims to encourage a deeper appreciation for these tiny creatures and promote biodiversity within the Chichester community.
Sponsor: Chichester BID
Name: Woven Winter Tree
Location: The Guildhall, Priory Park
Artists: Rebecca & Mark Ford,
Description: Two Circles Design Visitors to The Guildhall will be greeted by this grand festive archway crafted using local willow. The tree will be adorned with intricate festive shapes, all crafted by children
Sponsor: Chichester District Council
Name: Home for Christmas
Location: Chichester Festival Theatre
Artist: Jennifer Taillefer
Description: Taking inspiration from Chichester Festival Theatre’s production of ‘Hey! Christmas Tree’ and its theme of friendship and finding home, the magical tree has been designed and created using sustainable materials.
Sponsor: Henry Adams
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