Whats on? Christmas at The Forge 2025
There is so much to look forward to this Christmas at The Forge. Whether you’re looking for a free Christmas activity for all the family (with a chance to meet Santa), or you want to sing along to a traditional arrangement of your favourite carol, or be a part of our county-wide hamper campaign, we have something for you. All of this year’s events (with the exception of hampers) are taking place at Debenham Sports and Leisure Center, IP14 6BL.
The Greatest Gift
Some of the best gifts are the ones we can’t wrap or open, and sometimes they’re easy to miss. Are you ready to receive the best gift ever?
Join us on Sunday, the 14th of December, at either 10:30am, 2pm or 5:30pm for 75 minutes of high-energy carols, Christmas cheer, and a hope-filled message. It’s essential that you register early due to high demand. You can do so below.
During the 10:30am and 2pm services, kids can enjoy a fun-filled party at the Debenham Leisure Centre Sports Hall, complete with a visit from Santa and a complimentary gift.
At the 5:30pm service, we’re not offering a separate kids’ program, but all ages are still welcome. We believe the program will be fun and engaging for everyone!
Register below, please book one ticket per person.
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son
John 3:16
Traditional Carols
Sunday 21st December 9am and 11am Debenham Community Center.
No Booking required!
Come and enjoy a magical morning of Traditional Carols on Sunday, December 21st with the awe-inspiring Stowmarket Concert Band. The service features delightful readings and classic renditions of your beloved carols.
No reservations needed! However, as this is one of our most sought-after events, we recommend arriving early to secure your spot. After the service, enjoy Christmas-themed refreshments.
FOrge hamper appeal 2025
Help us provide a turkey and all the trimmings to families across Mid-Suffolk. For just £50, you could transform Christmas for a family this year.
Perhaps you could sacrifice your takeaway coffees for a month in order to provide a hamper, or get your work colleagues on board with a collection at work. If £50 feels like a lot, how about getting together with friends or your small group and sponsoring one together?
Away in a Hamper is a great opportunity for workplaces to do something good at this time of year, and so if you’re an employer and would like to discuss corporate sponsorship, please do get in touch with Matt Brown.
Christmas Day
25th December 10:30am Debenham Community Center.
Join us for a short, informal family service at Debenham Community Center. There will be carols, a short message and we always encourage the kids to bring a present to open on stage. We would love for you to join us. (No registration needed).
There is no IN PERSON services on 28th December to give our volunteer teams a well deserved rest. Instead, join us online. Our next in person gathering will be on the 4th of January for the launch of our new series “Too Good To Miss”
Want to know more? Here’s whats coming up in 2026…
Too Good to Miss
We don’t miss out in life because opportunities aren’t there—we miss out because we let deception, distraction, or disobedience rob us of them. Join us on 4th January for our new series “Too Good To Miss”
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