Children raise money at Cathedral Christingle

Children from 22 schools across Cheshire have raised £3,500 following a special Christingle service at Chester Cathedral. The event, on 16 January, marked the 50thanniversary of Christingle and was attended by Bishop Libby Lane. 

The Christingle service was introduced to the Church of England by The Children's Society in 1968, the first service was held at Lincoln Cathedral. This year more churches, schools and cathedrals than ever have celebrated the landmark anniversary. 

Chief Executive of The Children’s Society Matthew Reed said: “We are thrilled that so much has been raised by this very special occasion. Christingle is our largest fundraising event and each year we raise millions of pounds to help young people living with several serious problems in their lives today. We have already worked with over a million children and we hope that 50th anniversary services like this one will go some way to supporting even more.”  


Christingles are traditionally made from oranges, ribbons, candles and sweets

Over 1,000 children attended the service which was led by Dean Tim Stratford and featured a drama performance by children from Bishop’s Blue Coat High School. Woodchurch CE High band provided some music and a choir of over 50 children sang a number of songs. Finally, there was a special Q&A session with Bishop Libby Lane, who is The Children’s Society Vice Chair of the trustee board.

The money raised from Christingle’s helps to provide direct support to vulnerable children and young people who may be living in poverty, experiencing mental health issues, living in care or just about to leave the care system or at risk of sexual or criminal exploitation.


Over 1000 people attended the special event

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