The Organ Rebuild Fund at St Peter’s Church, Gorleston, launched early last year by organist Matthew Hardy, has taken another significant step forward thanks to the success of the church’s Christmas Tree and Music Festival.
Held over five days in the final run-up to Christmas, the festival brought together seven concerts and three carol services, attracting strong support from parishioners and the wider community. The event was officially opened by the Mayor of Great Yarmouth, Cllr Carl Annison, joined by pupils from St Mary & St Peter Primary School, Gorleston, whose contributions helped set a joyful tone for the days that followed. Attendees were warmly welcomed with refreshments after the opening ceremony.
Among the musical highlights were two sold-out Christmas concerts presented by the Chorus of St Cecilia, offering a rich programme of choral and solo music. Throughout the week the church remained open to visitors, who were able to enjoy a spectacular display of Christmas trees decorated by groups from both the parish and the wider community.
In total, more than 900 people attended the festival, helping to raise an impressive £4,000. This brings the Organ Rebuild Fund to a current total of £22,146.
The parish extends its heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed, including performers, decorators, volunteers and visitors, for their generous support and enthusiasm in helping preserve the musical life of St Peter’s.
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