A Cowley church is preparing to hold its annual Christmas tree festival.

There will be trees decorated by charities and community groups at St James’ Church in Beauchamp Lane from today until Sunday, December 15.

A fundraising concert will launch the festival at 7pm today and a closing carol service will be held on Sunday, December 15 at 4.30pm.

A family fun day is also being held today from 10am until 4pm.