The Trafalgar Square Christmas tree lighting ceremony will take place on Thursday 3 December 2009 (normally about 6pm).
Each year since 1947, a Christmas tree has been given to the people of London from the people of Norway in gratitude for Britain’s support for Norway during World War II. For many Londoners the Christmas tree and carol singing in Trafalgar Square signal the countdown to Christmas.
Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree
The tree is normally a Norwegian Spruce, aged 50 to 60 years old, and is over 20 meters (70 ft) high. It is brought to the UK by sea, and then to Trafalgar Square by truck. It takes a hydraulic crane to get the tree in position and then it’s decorated with strings of lights (energy efficient light bulbs are used).
Carol Singing in Trafalgar Square
There will be carol singing by the tree from Monday 7 to Tuesday 22 December 2009. This year the singing will take place in the evenings, generally from 5pm to 9pm.
Dedication of the crib
On Sunday 6 December 2009 the church of St Martin-in-the-Fields will hold its service for the dedication of the crib which is then placed in Trafalgar Square.
Christmas Trees in England
British Christmas Traditions
Information on London
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