ST MARY’s Crosthwaite is hosting a Christmas Tree drop-in, from December 13-15.

People are welcome to go along and enjoy the special atmosphere and decorated trees, representing various village groups and organisations.

Enjoy coffee, mulled wine and mince pies on Friday, December 13 from 5pm-8pm or coffee and biscuits on Saturday and Sunday, December 14 and 15 from 10am to 4pm.

LYTH Valley Farmers Discussion Group is holding its Christmas social evening on Monday, December 16.

THERE will be a special quiet Christmas service at St Mary’s Church, Crosthwaite on Thursday, December 19 at 7.30pm. This will be a short and simplified carol service in a quiet and reflective atmosphere. It is aimed at those who may, due to difficult personal circumstances such as illness, bereavement or worry, find the forced merriment of Christmas hard to bear, or those who want to find time in a busy life to reflect and regroup. All are welcome.