Bedford Christmas Tree Festival

31/08/2026

PERFORMANCES UPDATE!!

We are delighted to report that 46 choir and music groups have already signed up to perform at the Christmas tree festival this year! There is an incredible variety of music by performers of all ages to look forward to. We still have 3 half hour slots on Friday afternoon which is the 4th December and one slot on the Saturday afternoon (5th December). Please contact us by email at [email protected] if you would like to take on one of these. For those of you who are already signed up, and you haven't yet returned your registration forms, just a little reminder that all forms should be returned by October 5th, thank you.

24/08/2026

08/08/2026

Looking for family-friendly activities this summer?
Step inside St Paul's Church, Bedford and discover two fun trails for children to enjoy:
I Spy Trail: Explore the church and see if you can spot fascinating features including the font, high altar, stained glass windows and beautiful ceilings.
Teddy Bear Trail: Meet our team of teddy bears, each representing a different role within church life. Can you find them all and learn about the people who help make the church a welcoming community?
Perfect for curious minds of all ages, these free activities offer a fun way to explore, learn and discover something new this summer.
St Paul's Church, Bedford
Free family activities available during church opening hours
Come along and see what treasures you can find!

08/08/2026

OUR 2026 Bedford Christmas Tree Festival theme is Christmas Carols and Songs. 🎄🎄🎁✨️🎄🎵🎶🎙🎤🎵🎵🎺🧑‍🎄

The Bedford Christmas Tree Festival opens on 2nd December until 6th December 2026 at St Paul's Church, Bedford 🎅🎄⭐️🌟

03/08/2026

2024- Happy Monday and we are going back to some amazing memories of our 2024 Bedford Christmas Tree Festival.

29/07/2026

The temperatures may be rising, but St Paul’s offers a cool and peaceful refuge from the heat.
If you'd like to escape the latest heatwave, come into St Paul’s Church. Take a seat, enjoy the quiet, and spend a few moments in a calm, cool and welcoming space.
This summer, open daily from 9.30am until 4.45pm.
A sanctuary from the heat and a place of peace in the day.
All are welcome.