The 2022 Reepham Christmas Tree Festival, held in early December, was attended by more than 1,100 visitors and raised over £800 in sponsorship and donations, which has been shared equally between Reepham Lions Club and St Mary’s, Reepham.
The winning Christmas tree, decorated by Reepham Primary School. Photo: Reepham Lions
Reepham Lions president Ann Graham thanked the local community for their support in sponsoring, decorating and visiting the Christmas trees. “We are so grateful for everyone’s kind comments and amazing donations,” she said.
The festival featured 22 trees, decorated by a range of organisations and businesses, and visitors were asked to vote for their favourite tree.
The winning tree was decorated by pupils from Reepham Primary School and was entitled “Our International Friends”, using decorations to celebrate their links with schools in France, Malawi and Japan.
The tree decorated by Reepham’s florist, Flower Folk, was awarded second place, with the Reepham Branch of the Royal British Legion’s tree in third.
The Lions will be continuing to fundraise during 2023 to support good causes selected by members.
The club welcomes approaches from anyone who can identify a project for the Lions to support. Please send an email or speak with someone at one of the fundraising events.
Membership of Reepham Lions Club is not just about fundraising – members enjoy social activities as a group, such as quizzes, walks and meals out.
The club meets on the first Thursday of the month at 7 pm for 7.30 pm in St Michael’s, Reepham. Visitors are welcome.