The final newsletter of 2025 has arrived, and it is packed with festive events and community updates for Chester Green. Lots to do this month! Download the PDF of the Newsletter and the XMas window trail map below:
Here’s a link to the Google Maps version of the Christmas Window Trail map: https://tinyurl.com/CGXmasWindows2025
Here is a summary of what is happening in the Little Chester this December.
Christmas Events and Celebrations
The festive season kicks off officially with the Christmas Lights Switch On.
- Lights Switch On: Taking place on Sunday, December 7th. Gather at 5:00 pm on the corner of Marcus St and Chester Green Rd for music from The Wiglets. The lights will be switched on at 5:15 pm.
- Christmas Window Trail: This runs throughout December. Residents can explore the window displays and take part in the “Hunt the Pud” competition to win £10. A digital map and app are available for the trail.
- St. Paul’s Church Services: The church has a full schedule, including a Christingle Service on December 7th, an Outdoor Carol Service on December 21st, and Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve.
Social Events and Entertainment
- Quiz Night: The final quiz of the year is on Friday, December 5th at the Centre. Doors open at 7:00 pm. The first quiz of 2026 is scheduled for February 27th.
- A Cappella Concert: Little Chester’s own A Cappella group is holding a Christmas Concert on Tuesday, December 16th at 6:30 pm at the Community Centre. Tickets are £5.
- Ale House Quiz: The Little Chester Ale House continues to host quizzes on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month.
Community News
- Church Clock: Great news for residents—the church clock chimes have been repaired and should be ringing again, thanks to funding from the Neighbourhood Board and local donations.
- History Group: There is no meeting in December. The group returns on Thursday, January 15th, with a talk by Alan Green on the “Bennerley Viaduct”.
- Tag’s Tavern: The newsletter notes the closure of “Tag’s Tavern,” a beloved spot for local dogs and their owners on Centurian Walk.
Get Involved
The Chester Green Entertainments Team is looking for new volunteers to help organize future events like the Picnic on the Green and markets. If you are interested in helping make a difference in the community, you are encouraged to contact them via Facebook or email.
December 2025 Events
- Friday 5th December: Quiz Night at the Centre – Doors 7:00 pm, Start 7:30 pm
- Sunday 7th December: Christingle Service at St. Paul’s – 4:00 pm
- Sunday 7th December: Christmas Lights Gathering (Marcus St/Chester Green Rd) – 5:00 pm
- Sunday 7th December: Lights Switch On – 5:15 pm
- Tuesday 16th December: Derby A Cappella Concert at the Centre – 6:30 pm
- Sunday 21st December: Outdoor Carol Service – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday 24th December: Nativity Service – 3:00 pm
- Wednesday 24th December: Midnight Mass – 11:15 pm
- Thursday 25th December: Christmas Day Service – 10:00 am
Recurring Events
- Little Chester Ale House Quiz: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month
Looking Ahead (2026)
- Thursday 15th January: History Group Meeting – 7:30 pm
- Friday 27th February: First Quiz Night of 2026
