The Story of Stithians Christmas Lights
A few years ago, a small group of passionate volunteers in Stithians came together with a simple yet powerful idea: to brighten up our village during the festive season and bring the community closer together. Thus, the Stithians Christmas Lights project was born. What started as a modest display has grown into a beloved tradition, thanks to the tireless efforts of our team and the overwhelming support from our community.
The Team and the Idea
Our team is a diverse group of locals who dedicate countless hours to planning, fundraising, and setting up the Christmas lights each year. From electricians to tree surgeons , parents to retirees, each volunteer brings unique skills and a shared love for our village. We work throughout the year, not just during Christmas , to ensure that money is raised all year around and that new ideas are brought to life.
The idea behind the project is to create a magical experience that lights up not just our streets but also the hearts of everyone who visits. We aim to honor Stithians’ rich agricultural history while fostering a sense of unity and joy among residents of all ages.
Our Vision
Our vision is to continue expanding and enhancing the Stithians Christmas Lights display, it’s not been easy because we received no funding, so we beg borrow and steal (not quite literally, but we do do a lot of begging) We want to:
• Improve and Grow the Display: Introduce new installations and features to keep the display fresh and exciting.
• Strengthen Community Traditions: Develop the Stithians Festival of Lights into a hallmark event featuring the children’s homemade lantern parade and the illuminated tractor procession.
• Celebrate Our Heritage: Honor our agricultural roots while embracing the future, creating a blend of tradition and innovation.
• Bring Joy to All: Ensure that the display remains a source of happiness and pride for every member of our community.
How We Will Use the Money Raised
Your generous donations will directly impact our ability to achieve this vision. Here’s how we plan to use the funds:
• Cover Maintenance Costs: Annual maintenance can cost thousands of pounds. Your support will help keep the existing lights in top condition.
• Invest in New Lights: We aim to save for new installations, to give an example of costs, if we were to buy the angels again we would have to find £12000
Every pound donated brings us closer to our goal of illuminating Stithians in a way that warms hearts and brings people together. We, the volunteers, are deeply grateful for your support. It’s your generosity that makes this beloved tradition possible, and we couldn’t do it without you.
Thank You
From all of us on the Stithians Christmas Lights Committee, thank you for putting your trust in us and helping to keep this magical experience alive. Together, we’ll continue to light up our village and create cherished memories for years to come.