John D Wood & Co shows its festive spirit

From carols to Christmas lights and jumpers, prime estate agent John D Wood & Co has been getting into the festive spirit this December.

Its Battersea office took part in the local Carols in the Square event, which it has supported since 2009.

This year, families and friends gathered around the Christmas tree in Battersea Square to sing carols and enjoy treats from stall holders.

Master of ceremonies Hugo Jennings was joined on stage by the choirs of St Mary’s Church, Westbridge School and St John Bosco College. 

The tree lights were switched on by the Chelsea Pensioners who were dressed in their signature scarlets and donations were given to The Katherine Low Settlement. 

Alex Oppenheim, director at John D Wood & Co.’s Battersea office, said: “It was an absolute joy to see Battersea Square full of local families and friends singing their hearts out around the Christmas tree! My huge thanks to St Mary’s Church who worked incredibly hard to ensure a great time was had by everyone.”

Its Chelsea Green office took part in the area’s annual carol service, now in its 34th year.

Locals and visitors gathered for an evening abuzz with good cheer, evening carols, mulled wine, mince pies and Christmas cake on 13 December.

Treats were provided by the Chelsea Green shops and businesses and the event raised funds for Glass Door – a charity which coordinates open-access services for people affected by homelessness.

In Lymington, agents turned into a sea of Santas and festive friends in this year’s Santa Dash to fundraise for Oakhaven Hospice.

Santa was given a run for his money when all budding superheroes, elves, snowmen, reindeer, puddings, crackers and fairies were invited to unite and run, jog, walk or stroll around the streets of Lymington on Sunday 4 December.

Kat Mitchell, senior lettings manager at John D Wood & Co. in Lymington, said: “This is a wonderful event which brings the community together. Knowing our sponsorship goes to a great cause is brilliant, but the best part is dressing up and getting involved!”

Colleagues across John D Wood & Co also took part in a Christmas jumper day on 8 December, not only to get into the Christmas spirit but to raise awareness and funds for Trussell Trust.

Connells Group steered the fundraising initiative across their UK wide business.