Dates and times of Christmas events in Lymington and the New Forest. Santa, carols, fairs and much more...

Starting today! Christmas Tree Festival at St Thomas Church Lymington.

Saturday! Joy of the World Carol service at St Thomas Church surrounded by fragrant Christmas trees

Still time to order your turkey and Christmas meat from award winning A&J Seal in Lymington

This weekend! Winter Tales and beautiful illuminations at Palace House, Beaulieu

Special offer! Buy your Christmas tree at Fairweather's and get 20% off decorations!

This weekend in Lymington

Today is the start of the magnificent Christmas Tree Festival at St Thomas Church - do pop along, it is a wonderful experience - not just a beautiful sight but also an incredible scent! The 'Joy from the World' carol concert amid the trees on Saturday evening promises to be something really special, as does the tea party on Monday for those living with dementia.

As Christmas draws ever closer, do let's support our local shops and businesses with our festive shopping. Take a look at our articles about where to eat out in Lymington and the New Forest, as well as ideas for Christmas gifts available locally.

Top ideas for Christmas Gifts - all available in Lymington and the New Forest

Ten good reasons to shop locally in Lymington and the New Forest this Christmas...

Enjoy a meal out in Lymington and the New Forest this Christmas

Something a little different: give a trial session or gift vouchers by the New Forest Paddle Sport Company

Check out the tasty treats at award-winning Oskubox Nordic Café and Deli in St Thomas Street!

Christmas party venues in Lymington and the New Forest: great for groups and businesses of all sizes!

What's on this weekend...

Tonight! Vinyl Beats at The Turfcutters Arms
Tonight! Christmas drinks and nibbles at The Shipyard
Showing at The Malt cinema: I, Daniel Blake
Christmas Tree Festival at St Thomas Church from Friday 9 - Tuesday 13 December.
Winter's Tales with illuminations at Beaulieu from Friday 9 - Sunday 11 December
Park run at Woodside on Saturday 9am
Christmas Fayre at William Gilpin School 2-5pm Saturday
Christmas Fair at St Mark's Pennington on Saturday
Music in Translation Gig at the Lymington Centre Saturday (showcasing their charity Christmas single!)
Market Day in Lymington High Street on Saturday
Lymington Town Band on Forecourt of United Reformed Church on Saturday
Father Christmas at Everton Nurseries 10am-4pm Saturday and Sunday
Carol Concert 'Joy from the World' at St Thomas Church 7pm Saturday
Carols at Dominican Sisters of St Joseph, Shirley Holms. 3pm followed by mince pies and tea.
Christingle service at St Luke's Church on Sunday

See the calendar for other events.

Need some time out? Sensory Spa Day offer at Carey's Manor SenSpa: includes breakfast, 2 course thai lunch, 2 treatments and full use of all spa facilities... Save up to £135 for 2 people.

LAST POST DATES FOR CHRISTMAS

Saturday 10th: Australia, New Zealand and Greece

Maxwell Hamilton: a treasure trove of Christmas gifts for men, women and children!

Respite short stays at a Colten Care home can give you all a well-deserved break...

Oops! Carpet Emergency. How to deal with wine spills by John Cooper Carpets of Lymington

The gift of photography will last forever. Sean Sillick Photography gift vouchers now available.

Gift vouchers, hair treatments and hair products and accessories at Lymington's No 11 The Salon

Calendars and practical stocking fillers at great prices from Southern Stationery Lymington

Christmas Parties at The Monkey House! Party Nights, Christmas meals. Delicious menu and great atmosphere!

LAST POST DATES FOR CHRISTMAS

Wednesday 14: Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Poland

Thursday 15: Canada, Finland, Sweden, USA

The week ahead...

Monday

Christmas Tree Festival Dementia Friendly Tea Party 2.30pm at St Thomas Church
Pub Quiz at the Royal Oak

Tuesday

Carol service for Naomi House at St Thomas Church 6-7pm
Children's Christmas Party and Beaulieu Brass Band Carol Service at The Turfcutters Arms, East Boldre

Wednesday