Candles, oranges and the scent of…

excitement as children of all ages, families and friends gather in the Priory, eyes shining bright in the candlelight.

So what exactly is ‘Christingle’?

'Christingle' means 'Christ Child' and originates from the Moravian Church.

A symbol of Christianity, Christingles are made from an orange decorated with red tape, sweets or dried fruit and a candle. Each of these different elements has a special meaning, centred on the orange which symbolises the world.