Since we were unable to hold our annual 'Christmas Tree Switch On' event this year due to social distancing concerns, etc we decided that we would hold a 'Best Dressed Christmas Window Competition' and are inviting residents and businesses to participate from 5th December.
Entry is FREE, but you must register by sending a message on our Facebook page (@sheptonchamber) or email: sheptonchamber@gmail.com. Once we have a list of windows, we will publish where they can be seen (house numbers and streets only - no names) so everyone can enjoy your efforts. Your decorations will be photographed from 7th December and our judges will determine the best Christmas window display. The winners will be announced on the 19th December. Prizes: - Residential - £30 gift voucher to spend in any Shepton Mallet Business - Businesses - A bottle of bubbly or equivalent Closing date for entries: Wednesday 16th December We look forward to seeing lots of wonderful Christmas windows brightening up our town. |
We are supporting the many shops and businesses in the town who decide to stay open late to welcome visitors and celebrate the festive season.
The town offers a great mix of independent shops where you can find your perfect gifts, and several eateries to sample delicious Christmas fare. So, wrap up warm to enjoy everything on offer on Thursday 17th December until 7pm. Shop local this Christmas, enjoy the fantastic atmosphere, and support the amazing businesses in Shepton Mallet. We are encouraging visitors to continue using face coverings when out in the open as well as indoors and to remember to adhere to the government social distancing guidelines of 2 metres. |
Our annual Christmas Tree Lights Switch On Event happens every year at the end of November and is a joint Shepton Mallet Chamber and Town Council initiative.
Details for the 2020 event TBC. |
The Chamber are running a Virtual Event from Saturday 12th to Friday 25th September 2020 where each evening several businesses will have a half hour window to advertise their products and services virtually in the event on our Facebook page for you to browse.
It is open to all businesses in and around Shepton Mallet. Completing the event will be a Family Food & Find Trail in the High Street on Saturday 26th from 10am - 3pm. This is an opportunity to stroll around Shepton's fantastic town centre sampling cakes and pastries from participating cafes - Tickets required - £9 each - (limited availability). Taking part : Loaf bakehouse, The Cheeky Bean, Sweet 11 and The Hive. The 'Find' element is a free shop window search for the unusual item, with a free bag of sweets once complete. We hope lots of you can join us. |