Making Henfield sparkle this Christmas!
What makes you feel Christmassy? Is it the smell of chestnuts roasting, or the magical sound of carols being sung by lantern-light? Is it the aroma of mulled wine and mince pie spices, or a glimpse of that special man with the red coat carrying a bulging sack of presents?
Younger visitors can join in the fun of the ‘Sheep Trail’ and help to reunite the shepherd with all his lost knitted sheep, which are hidden in the shop windows. There will be a funfair and Father Christmas is planning to take a break from his busy North Pole schedule to visit his Henfield grotto. You’ll be able to give him your Christmas stocking list and he might just have a surprise for you!
There will be lots of stalls in the High Street, some delicious street food including hot dogs, The Plough’s barbeque, Punjabi delicacies from Jai Jhot and a Sussex Food Stall from Rushfields. There will be popcorn at Stokes, face-painting at Village Care, roasted chestnuts outside Jeremys, hot chocolate and brownies at Cinder Rose and lots of mince pies, mulled wine and other delicious treats at various shops in the High Street!
High Street shops are participating in the Window Dressing competition with a lovely festive theme, so make sure you take a look at their beautifully sparkling contributions. You may be lucky enough to spot some of the cast of The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe, Henfield Theatre Company’s Christmas production in costume for the evening. The Box Office will be open for tickets at Stevens Estate Agents. For children there will be a festive storytime and a Christmas treasure hunt at the Library too.
Don't miss the BIG BN5 DRAW - tickets are on sale from various High Street Shops from 2 December. There are over 30 prizes, from a Luxury Hamper from Rushfields to theatre tickets, meals out, a car valet and vouchers for shops. It's all in aid of Henfield Youth Club so please dig deep!
Most Henfield shops will be opening with mulled wine, mince pies and festive treats. This is your opportunity to meet your neighbours and friends, make a big, local dent in your Christmas shopping list while supporting your village shops (Henfield’s not just for Christmas you know!). And don’t forget to visit one of our fantastic pubs to warm up and enjoy a festive drink or two later!
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