Knitted tree returns to Norwich for Christmas

 

The idea for the project came from Ann Meijer whose daughter is a resident at John Grooms Court, a residential care home in Norwich for 20 young disabled adults. Hundreds of knitters from across Norfolk contributed knitted squares last year which form the tree and the decorations. The project has already raised thousands of pounds through donations and was displayed in the Forum in Norwich last year.

 

This year the tree will be transported to Harrogate to the Knitting and Stitching Exhibition which runs from 24th to 27th November. A group of volunteer collectors will be on hand ready to talk to visitors about the making of the tree and about how John Grooms Court in Norwich will benfit from money raised.

 

The tree will be displayed in The Cathedral of St John The Baptist on Earlham Road in Norwich. It can be seen there from 6th December until 8th January by kind permission of Father James Walsh, the Cathedral Dean. The first day, 6th December, coincides with the Saint Nicholas Fair in the Narthex at the Cathedral where there will be music and games and handmade crafts, books and foods for sale.

 

Ann Meijer said, “If you are in Harrogate or Norwich at these times do come and see us. I am particularly looking forward to seeing the tree in the beautiful setting of the Cathedral. I would also like to say, once again, a very big thank you to everyone who contributed in any way to the construction of our tree. The Friends of John Grooms Court are extremely grateful for your support.”