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Minster Mash-Up: The Great Christmas Tree Switch On

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Join our worship for young people and families – the Great Christmas Tree Switch On Minster Mash-Up – and get ready for Advent!

For this special event, families are invited to join us at the lights switch-on for the York Minster Christmas Tree Festival as we prepare to mark the beginning of Advent and await the arrival of baby Jesus.

Families are invited to come at any time during the free 45-minute event, which starts at 10am, and stay for as long or as little as they like. No booking is required.

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26 Dec - 31 Jan 27

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28 Nov 26

The First Advent Procession

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