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Poster promoting the Christmas tree lights switch on at Burnham Waters in Essex, with a photo of a lit up Christmas tree.

5th November 2025

Christmas Tree Lights Switch On | Burnham Waters, Essex

On Sunday 7th December 2025, residents and members of the local community are invited to a special Christmas event, hosted at Burnham Waters, the new lifestyle retirement community in Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex.

When: Sunday 7th December 2025

Time: 10am – 5pm (show home tours from 10am / carols from 4:15pm / lights switch-on: 4:30pm)

Where: Sales suite and community space at Burnham Waters, Maldon Road, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8PF

Book: Please book your place for this free event by calling 01621 861 559 or emailing: info@burnhamwaters.co.uk

Residents already living on the development as well as potential buyers and members of the local community are invited to an afternoon of festive celebration ahead of the Christmas tree lights switch-on at 4:30pm. There will be complimentary mulled wine, and mince pies as well as Christmas carols - performed by local choir group, St Mary's Church Choir.

The free event will run between 10am and 5pm. The sales and marketing suite will be open all day (from 10am), and potential buyers are invited to book a tour of the show homes, ahead of the Christmas event. This will provide an opportunity to meet with a member of the team and to explore all that a new home at Burnham Waters has to offer.

Christmas event timings:

10am: Show home tours available

4pm: Mince pies/mulled wine/tea/coffee will be served in the community space on site

4:15pm: St Mary’s Church Choir to sing Christmas carols around the tree

4:30pm: Christmas tree lights switch on

4:35pm: Choir to sing a final few carols around the tree

5pm: Event finish

To ensure that there is sufficient catering, attendees are required to book/confirm their attendance at the event by calling the Burnham Waters team on 01621 861 559 or by emailing info@burnhamwaters.co.uk

Speaking of the event, Ian Holloway, Project Director at Burnham Waters said: “Now in its second year, the Christmas tree lights switch-on has become a popular annual tradition within the Burnham Waters calendar. It provides a fantastic opportunity for residents to gather together to enjoy some mince pies and mulled wine, along with traditional Christmas carols around our impressive 25ft Christmas tree, which takes centre stage in front of the sales and marketing suite on site.

“We already have a strong community building here at Burnham Waters and this is a great way to celebrate new neighbours and new friendships. Everyone from the local community is welcome to join us at this event and we will have our show homes open to view.”

The dedicated Burnham Waters sales team will also be on hand throughout the event to answer questions and to share information about the homes available at Burnham Waters. The show homes will be open for viewings.

Explore retirement living at Burnham Waters in Essex

Burnham Waters is a luxury, lifestyle community for the over 55s in Burnham-on-Crouch. It offers a variety of one, two and three-bedroom new retirement bungalows for sale in Essex.

All of the homes at Burnham Waters, benefit from the development’s signature, floor to ceiling picture window in the main living area. These windows bathe the homes in natural light and deliver views across the beautifully landscaped gardens. A high specification can be found throughout the homes, from the high-quality fixtures, fittings, and appliances to the luxury carpets in the bedrooms and the beautiful, hardwearing oak or chestnut effect vinyl plank flooring to the main living areas.

In addition to a collection of new homes, the new village will offer residents access to a host of leisure facilities and amenities, to support an active lifestyle. From an on-site fitness suite, swimming pool and tennis court to a medical centre, shops, cafes and more, there will be plenty on offer.

Explore the amenities on offer at Burnham Waters here.

Explore the lifestyle facilities on offer at Burnham Waters here.

How to find us

Our address is: Burnham Waters, Maldon Road, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8PF.

Access will be via the main site entrance (on the left-hand side of the B1010, just before the Burnham-on Crouch town sign). There will be ample parking available.

Feedback

Walking into this bungalow felt like opening a new chapter. Everything was just right - modern, accessible and well thought out. It's been a revelation.
Diane

We really like Burnham and the surrounding area. We’ve never lived near the water before, so we enjoy spending time walking along the quay.
Carol & David

I don’t see it as a retirement village—more like a new community with different people and personalities coming together. I don’t look around and think everyone here is elderly or slowing down.
Graeme

I love it here. It’s the people who make the place, and each person brings something unique to the community.
Lisa

We're excited to see the development grow - not just in size, but in spirit. For us, this is home. And it's the right one.
Brian

Our new home has enhanced our lifestyle enormously. When we first walked into our new home...we felt a great sense of relief - we felt that were embarking on a new life together. We are looking forward to a community atmosphere building here and to be able to head out to the onsite shops, as well as the gym and other facilities. I don’t believe that there is another development anywhere that is capable of meeting the same standards as Burnham Waters.
Mr and Mrs Moon

The team have been so patient and understanding with my elderly parents. Although we haven’t been through a purchase yet we are hoping that will come. Nathan and his team have been accommodating, kind and very knowledgable throughout our dealings with them so far. Highly recommend.
Christina Sheilds

Having been met by Nathan we followed him onto the estate and was introduced to Jamie. His truly inspirational concept for a community development have left us wanting to be part of it. Loved the bungalow and once inside we able to see for ourselves the high spec and generous size rooms. Every aspect appears to have been thought about carefully and we are looking forward to seeing the 3 bedroom show home.
Mrs Moss

The home exceeded expectations. My wife and I appreciate how generous you were with your time with us. It’s a great, well thought out and designed development for the over 55’s.
Mr & Mrs Francis

Completely blown away with the spaciousness of the layout of the estate and the beautifully presented bungalow. I can’t thank you enough for the all the advice and information the team at the bungalow gave coupled with the help and genuine understanding and help with our particular issues.
Mr & Mrs Allix

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