St Albans, October 2024 – This Christmas, St Albans is set to make history with an exciting world record attempt, featuring 92 woolly postbox toppers across the city and surrounding district —the highest number ever displayed in one town!
Since 2018, St Albans Postboxes has been spreading festive cheer while raising over £120,000 for local charities. This year, the team behind the community-driven event is aiming even higher with a record-breaking 92 toppers, showcasing both new designs and beloved classics. Each topper is hand-crafted with love and care, transforming the town into a winter wonderland.
Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit two incredible local charities: Up on Downs and Gaddesden Place Riding for the Disabled, with sponsorship playing a vital role in supporting their essential work.
“We’re thrilled to be attempting a world record this year,” said Co-Founder Clare Suttie, “Our toppers not only bring joy to residents and visitors but also generate much-needed funds for local causes that make a real difference in the community.”
How You Can Get Involved
Local businesses, pubs, clubs, churches, residents’ groups, and families can sponsor a topper by reserving their spot online via a simple form. Sponsors can choose a location, donate directly to the charities using the link provided, and have their logo and a personalised message featured on the topper for the month of December.
To sponsor a topper, visit the link here:
Reserve your postbox topper
The St Albans Postboxes team is also selling Christmas cards featuring ten unique designs. All proceeds from the card sales will be donated to the local charities. Cards are available for purchase at:
St Albans Postboxes Christmas Cards
Key Dates
The festive toppers will be installed across St Albans by the end of November and will remain in place throughout the festive season, delighting locals and visitors alike.
The St Albans Postboxes official launch will take place at 0930 on Thursday 28 November at The Clock Tower postbox in St Albans and everyone is welcome to come along.
About St Albans Postboxes
Founded in 2018, St Albans Postboxes is a grassroots initiative dedicated to raising funds for local charities by decorating postboxes with creative, handmade toppers each Christmas. What started as a small community project has grown into a much-loved annual event, now setting its sights on a potential world record.
For more information, interviews, or press inquiries, please contact:
Clare Suttie
07940 358688
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stalbanspostboxes
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stalbanspostboxes
Images: St Albans Postboxes Images
Donation link: https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/fundraising/st-albans-postboxes-2024
