December is always a lovely time in Limpsfield and there’s plenty to do, including eating, drinking, partying and shopping! Here’s the low-down of what’s going on this festive month… As featured in December’s Oxted Local.

The Limpsfield Home Company at Wickham’s Courtyard 

There’s a fabulous new tenant in the courtyard just in time for Christmas, joining Bey Tree, Free to Be Yoga, Oxted Framing and Kate Tulett’s Art 4 All… The Limpsfield Home Company is a collaboration between two artistic and creative friends, Carolyn Orr and ceramicist, Debbie Wisniewski. They have a lovely selection of beautiful handcrafted items, including ceramics, art, candles, throws, cushions and other home decor plus cards, wrap and other festive stationery and giftwrap. Follow them on @thelimpsfieldhomecompany on Instagram, and Facebook. 

Where to buy presents

Limpsfield Village has some wonderful shops, with fabulous present ideas for all the family… for foodie gifts, there’s Memorial Stores and The Limpsfield Cookery School; for fashion and accessories, head to Bey Tree and for homewares, pop in to see The Limpsfield Home Company – both at Wickham’s Courtyard and open Thursday to Saturday 10-4pm.  

As well as delicious food, Coffee at Kiwi House also sells as selection of bags and painted jars which are great as gifts. For artwork, cards, prints and lots of other items, head to Kate Tulett’s Art for All and for health, beauty and wellbeing gifts and vouchers, pop into Free To Be Yoga, Balman Aesthetics or Limpsfield Fitness. 

Light Up Limpsfield this December

As ever, we love seeing all the door wreaths and twinkly lights about the Village and Chart Village. Please try your best to make Limpsfield sparkle!   The annual St Peter’s Christmas Tree Parade is a wonderful event each year with a line of trees all sponsored and dressed by local businesses and organisations. This year, the trees need to be dressed and ready to impress by the end of w/c 9th December. Enquiries to St Peters: 01883 712512. 

Where to get your tree… 

Northdowns Nursery just off Titsey Road (lane by The Boys Home) usually has its lovely trees in by the last weekend of November or first weekend of December, but be quick, they don’t last long! 

Please note, that despite the road closure sign at the start of Titsey Road, there is still access to Northdown Nursery – the road closure is further up.

Don your Christmas Jumpers for Children in Need!

Time to get out your Christmas jumpers, if you haven’t already, as officially it’s Christmas Jumper Day on Friday 13th December… The Chart Coffee Morning is hosting a special Christmas Jumper morning on Wednesday 18th December, fundraising for Children in Need. 10am to 12pm at St Andrew’s Village Hall, Limpsfield Chart.

Get crafty

There are some lovely Christmas craft events going on this month, with Kate Tulett and Helena Fuller running workshops for decorations and gifts every day from 16th to 20th December. Check Kate’s website for pricing and booking details. www.katetulettart.com

For the Kids… 

The Bull Inn has a full Breakfast with Santa on 14^th December, with two sittings – 9am and 11am – when it will be turning its grain store into a fun and festive Santa’s Grotto. 

The Royal British Legion at Grub Street will also be hosting its Kids Christmas Party on 14th December. Bring the little ones along for a magical Christmas celebration just for them. Fun activities, festive treats, and a visit from Santa himself!

Also coming up at the Legion, is the Annual Grand Christmas Draw on Sunday, 15th December, featuring some wonderful prizes to make the season extra special. Don’t forget to pick up your tickets for a chance to win! Just pop in during opening hours.  It wouldn’t be Christmas at the Legion without Elvis!  The Elvis Tribute Night is always an absolute banger and this year on 21st December. Re-live the King’s greatest hits with a festive twist! 

Where to sing carols…

St Peter’s Church in Limpsfield Village will be hosting its “Nine Lessons and Carols by Candlelight” on Sunday 22nd December 6.30pm in the church, followed by mulled wine and mince pies.  There will also be a Community Carol concert at St Peter’s on Wednesday 18th December at 5pm in church – a more informal one for families and children, including carols and the nativity story.  Family crib services on Christmas Eve are at 3.30pm and 5pm, plus midnight mass at 11.15pm and Christmas Day service at 10am.   

There will also be a carol service at St Andrew’s Church on the Chart. Sunday 15th December at 10am for Holy Communion and at 6.30pm. Please check St Andrew’s Facebook for more updates.

Where to go for your Christmas Dinner… 

If you’re not in the mood for cooking at home, then The Carpenters Arms will be serving up fabulous Christmas dinners as usual from 12pm on Christmas Day, but you must book in advance!  The Carpenters will also be open for food and drinks all over Christmas – please see their website and social for Christmas opening hours. 

Please also make sure you check The Carpenters Arms, The Legion and The https://thebullinnlimpsfield.comBull Inn’s websites/social media for their Christmas opening hours. 

Where to go for New Year’s Eve

The Bull Inn will be hosting their annual New Year’s Eve bash, kicking off at 7pm. It’s £20 per person including a glass of fizz on arrival, canapés at 9pm and live music with the fabulous Kylie. Dress to impress. Call the pub on 01883 713469 or email: info@thebullinnlimpsfield.com to book your tickets!  

If you’re looking for something more casual, then you can just pitch up to The Carpenters Arms, no tickets required!  Stay for one or stay to the end! The pub will be open for food 12pm to 6pm or drinks 12pm-1am. 

Have a great December, a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 

Please remember to #ShopLocal and support your local businesses.

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