30 Nov 2023
A St Albans church is looking out for the best-dressed Christmas dog at a special ‘Carols in the Park’ event being held this Sunday afternoon (December 3).
St Paul’s Church, Fleetville is inviting people to gather around Clarence Park’s iconic bandstand from 3pm for an open-air singalong – and to bring their dogs in festive attire.
Rev Peter Crumpler, associate minister, said: “We’ve been holding a carols singalong in the park since Covid and it’s always been a great occasion. Lots of people come to join in the singing and some dress up for the occasion.
“As Clarence Park is a popular place for dog walkers, many people bring their dogs with them, and that’s great. So this year we’re inviting them to dress up their dogs and we’ll hold a competition to find the best-dressed canine!”
The ‘singalong’ marks the start of the St Paul’s Christmas programme, that includes a ‘Beer & Carols’ event on Sunday December 10 and ‘Carols by Candlelight’ on Sunday December 17, both at 7pm.
The Blandford Road church will also be hosting ‘pop up’ nativity services on Christmas Eve at 3.30pm and 5pm.
