The Giving Tree Returns to Lewisham Shopping Centre this Christmas

Lewisham
Shopping Centre has announced the return of its popular Giving Tree to support children
and young people in Lewisham.

The
centre has collaborated with two local organisations; Bank of Things, which aims
to combat poverty and the lack of resources for young people in Lewisham, and The
Salvation Army which provides support and advice for those tackling
homelessness.

The
Giving Tree is situated in Central Square, and donations can be made until 2^nd
January. Guests can choose a tag from the tree, detailing the child they’ll buy
for, and head off to choose the perfect gift at one of Lewisham’s stores.

The appeal
will be accepting thoughtful
gifts including books, toys, or craft packs.

The return of The
Giving Tree follows recent unveiling of Lewisham Shopping Centre’s new
Christmas decorations. Named ‘The Floating Forest’, the decorations feature 14
recycled Christmas trees highlighted with accents of gold baubles and over
1,115m of twinkling lights. They also feature an all-new 2.5m wreath selfie
with a branded neon ‘Love Lewisham’ sign which creates the perfect backdrop for
a festive selfie moment.

What’s
more, this Christmas Lewisham Shopping Centre’s Central Square will come alive
with the sound of festive music. Choirs and musical ensembles, including The
Rock Choir, Sonnet Wind Orchestra, and local primary and secondary schools will
be performing at the centre throughout December, spreading cheer to shoppers
and visitors.

During
weekends throughout December, Wakuda, which supports independent Black-owned
businesses, will be bringing their market to the North Mall at Lewisham
Shopping Centre. Visitors will be able to discover and shop cultural gifts
including candles, handmade jewellery and greeting cards from talented
independent African and Caribbean brands.

To
simplify Christmas shopping, Lewisham will once again have a gift-wrapping
station, offering guests the opportunity to have their gifts wrapped free of
charge when they spend over £50. The gift-wrapping service from Circle
Collection will be available on 20^th and 21^st December
between 11am-3pm.