TREES GALORE: A three-week Christmas tree festival is to be held in Helmsley from December 6. More than 25 decorated six-foot trees will feature at All Saints Church which will be open every day between 10am and 4pm until December 28.

LOOKING BACK: Robin Hood’s Bay will turn back the clocks and welcome visitors from across the region between December 7 to 9 for its 19th Victorian Weekend. The weekend has been organised by the RHP Toursim Association and will include a wife range of attractions with a festive theme.