Francis House Christmas Fair to replace Festival of Trees

Francis House Children’s Hospice is spreading some festive cheer this Christmas with a special Christmas Fair on Saturday 28th November, following the disappointing news that its much-loved Festival of Trees will not be taking place this year.

The annual Festival of Trees has become a popular fixture in the festive calendar, raising vital funds for Francis House and bringing businesses, supporters and the local community together to celebrate the magic of Christmas raising over £350,000 over the last 19 years.

Unfortunately, due to refurbishment work taking place at Quayside Salford shopping centre, the venue is unable to accommodate the event this year. While the charity is naturally disappointed to have to take a break from the Festival of Trees, it is delighted to be organising an alternative festive event to ensure there is still an opportunity for the community to come together and support the hospice.

Julie Williams, Fundraising Manager of Francis House said: “The Francis House Christmas Fair promises to be a wonderful opportunity to get into the Christmas spirit, enjoy some festive shopping, refreshments whilst raising much-needed funds for the charity.”

This is the first time for many years that Francis House has hosted a Christmas Fair on its site in Didsbury.  The event opens at 11 am and everyone is welcome.

As a charity that relies heavily on voluntary donations and fundraising to provide its services free of charge to families, the support of the local community is more important than ever.

Although the Festival of Trees will be missed this year, Francis House hopes supporters will embrace the Christmas Fair and help make it a fantastic festive occasion.

The Christmas Fair takes place on Saturday, November 28th from 11 am until 4pm at Francis House Children’s Hospice, 390 Parrswood Road, Didsbury, M20 5NA. For more information contact the fundraising office on 0161 443 2200 or visit the event page.