Stone’s streets are set to come alive with the spirit of Christmas as the annual Community Advent Trail returns, weaving through the town’s heart from the 1st to the 24th of December.
The yuletide season in Stone heralds the return of a community tradition – the Christ Church organised Advent Trail, inviting all to partake in the timeless narrative of Christmas. This December, the town transforms into a living advent calendar, revealing a story of wonder and joy through its festive displays.
The Tale Begins The journey commences on the 1st of December at Vantage Point Creative, with successive reveals each day at 11:00am across various town centre businesses:
| Date | Location |
| 1st | Vantage Point Creative |
| 2nd | Stone Library |
| 3rd | The Mill |
| 4th | John Burton Solicitors |
| 5th | Wooliscrofts |
| 6th | Lock Keepers Salon |
| 7th | Co-Op Funeral Care |
| 8th | Happy Cactus |
| 9th | Dunoon |
| 10th | Stone Pharmacy |
| 11th | Shear Genius |
| 12th | Millies Pie Shop |
| 13th | Cats Protection League |
| 14th | Childrens Society |
| 15th | Co-Op Funeral Care |
| 16th | AED Donate |
| 17th | BOD |
| 18th | Suitcase Dry Cleaners |
| 19th | Fish Records |
| 20th | Lively Artisan Lifestyle |
| 21st | Auto Care |
| 22nd | Just Carla |
| 23rd | Christ Church |
| 24th | Christ Church |
Each venue promises a visual treat, coupled with stories and carols that bring together the community in a shared celebration of the festive season.
A Song-filled Wander Highlighting the calendar is the carol-singing walk on the 23rd of December. This special event starts at Lock Keepers Salon and concludes at Christ Church, symbolising unity and communal joy as the window is unveiled at Christ Church.
Community and Creativity Interwoven The Advent Trail is more than an event; it’s a collaborative canvas painted by the hands of Stone’s residents. Local businesses, schools, and groups contribute to creating an event that showcases the town’s collective spirit.
Join the Festive Tapestry Residents and visitors are invited to step into this living story, a festive tapestry that captures the essence of Christmas. As the town of Stone narrates “THE GREATEST STORY ever told,” each advent window becomes a page in a larger tale of community, tradition, and celebration.
