THERE are two events in the life of Crediton Parish Church which are sure signs every year that Christmas is coming.

The St Nicholas Fair takes place on Saturday, November 21 from 10am to 2pm in the Boniface Centre.

Special stalls this year include craft items and all things candle and candle holders as well as the usual jigsaws and board games, jewellery, books, cake stall, Christmas decorations, Silent Auction and Tombola.

There will also be many other stalls.

The event raises funds for the work and ministry of the Parish Church.

Free entry with parking, accessible with refreshments served throughout.

The second event – Crediton Parish Church Christmas Tree Festival – raises funds for the repair and maintenance of the wonderful Grade 1 Listed 15th Century parish church.

Step into a forest of twinkling lights and experience the magic of Christmas!

From Thursday, December 3 to Sunday, December 6, the beautiful parish church will once again be filled with wonderfully decorated Christmas trees, sparkling lights and festive cheer!

It will be open on December 3 and 4 from 11am to 6pm, on December 5 from 10am to 6pm and on December 6 from 11am to 5pm.

Enjoy delicious refreshments in the Festival Café on the Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10am to 4.30pm and Sunday from 2pm to 4.30pm.

The Crediton Singers and West Gallery Quire will sing on the Saturday morning.

There are two Christmas concerts – Thursday, December 3 at 7pm with the Ad Hoc Singers and Friends with donations invited in aid of Hospiscare and on Saturday, December 5 at 6pm by Holy Cross Choir.

For more information and party bookings, email: [email protected] or telephone 01363 772865.

Assistance Dogs only are allowed into the Festival.

It will be four wonderful days of Christmas trees, music and festive cheer!