Christmas in Trafalgar Square
The lighting of the Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree
Thursday 7th December 2006, 17:45
Every year since 1947, the Norwegian people have given the people of London, a Christmas tree in gratitude for Britain’s support for Norway during World War II. 2006 marks the 60th year of this tradition, and this year the tree will be lit by HRH Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway in the presence of HRH Crown Prince Haakon of Norway, the Mayor of Oslo and the Mayor of Westminster.
The Christmas Tree
The tree, a Norwegian spruce and is over 20 metres high and between 50-60 years old. It is selected from the forests surrounding Oslo with great care several months, even years, in advance. The Norwegian foresters who look after it describe it fondly as ‘the queen of the forest’.
The tree remains in Trafalgar Square until 6 January 2007, the Twelfth Night of Christmas. The tree will then be taken down for recycling.
Learn more about Christmas in Trafalgar Square from the Mayor of London
Carol singing in Trafalgar Square
All are welcome to to enjoy the carol singing, which takes place every evening, from 5pm-9pm, from Monday 11th to Saturday 23rd December.
Learn more about the Trafalgar Square carol singing
Chauffeur driven travel to Trafalgar Square
Enjoy first class, luxury chauffeur driven travel to Trafalgar Square
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