Nativity scene setup in Ottery St Mary
Looking for professional nativity scene setup help in Ottery St Mary? Hembury Contracting provides reliable seasonal services across Ottery St Mary and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Ottery St Mary
Nativity scene set up and positioned beautifully for Christmas. Indoor displays arranged nicely, outdoor scenes secured against weather with lighting if you want it.
### The Christmas Story on Display
A nativity scene is **proper Christmas tradition** - reminds everyone what it's actually about. Whether you want a simple indoor display or a full outdoor stable scene visible from the road, it should look meaningful, not rushed.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Outdoor nativity scenes are becoming really popular in Devon villages. Drive through any parish in December and you'll see them in gardens and church grounds - lovely community feeling.
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### Indoor vs Outdoor Setup
Different locations, different challenges:
| Setup Type | What's Involved | |------------|-----------------| | **Indoor** | Arrange figures nicely, add stable backdrop, position lighting, create attractive scene | | **Outdoor** | All the above PLUS weatherproofing, securing against wind, outdoor electrics, protecting from rain |
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### Why Professional Setup Helps
Setting out a few figures seems simple until **the first Devon wind** blows Mary across the garden, or your outdoor electrics trip because they're not rated for weather.
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Common Problems | |--------------|-------------------| | Figures secured and balanced | Blown over in first storm | | Outdoor electrics safe and waterproof | Tripping RCD or worse | | Scene arranged to tell the story | Random jumble of figures | | Weatherproof and protected | Soggy cardboard stable by New Year |
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### What You Get
**⭐ The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Planning** | Work out best position for your scene | | **Setup** | Arrange stable/backdrop, position all figures | | **Securing** | Weight or stake everything (outdoor) | | **Lighting** | Add illumination if wanted, test all safe | | **Weatherproof** | Protect what needs protecting (outdoor) |
**✨ You're Left With** - Beautiful nativity display - Everything secured against weather - Lighting working safely - Scene ready for the whole season
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### Pricing Guide
| Display Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |--------------|----------------|------------| | Indoor arrangement | 1 hr | **£60** | | Outdoor basic setup | 1.5 hrs | **£85** | | Outdoor with lighting & weather protection | 2 hrs | **£110** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. You provide the nativity set, I provide the installation.*
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### Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ **Church or community display** - needs doing properly and safely
✅ **Outdoor scene** - want it secure through December storms
✅ **Garden feature** - visible from the road, want it looking good
✅ **Family tradition** - make it special rather than rushed
Why Choose Us for Nativity scene setup in Ottery St Mary?
Figures positioned and secured properly
Outdoor displays weatherproofed and weighted
Lighting arranged and tested safely
Scene arranged to look balanced and attractive
What to Expect
### Step 1: Position I'll work out the best location (indoor or outdoor) where your scene will be seen and appreciated. ### Step 2: Arrange Stable backdrop goes up, figures positioned to tell the story clearly. Mary and Joseph near baby Jesus, shepherds approaching, wise men a bit distant (they came later after all). ### Step 3: Secure & Light Everything gets secured so it won't move. Lighting added if you want it, all tested and safe. Scene complete.
Our Ottery St Mary Service Coverage
We cover Ottery St Mary and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Ottery St Mary or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 📅 **Timing tradition:** Many people wait until Christmas Eve to add baby Jesus to their scene, even if everything else is set up early December. Nice touch if you want to follow traditional practice. **Church displays** often use this service. I've set up nativity scenes in church grounds, village greens, and community centres. Happy to help with larger public displays. **Real vs artificial stable** - plywood lasts for years and can be stored, cardboard looks good but one wet December and it's toast. Depends if this is one-time or annual tradition. **Life-size outdoor scenes** need more securing and usually multiple people to position. Give me a call to discuss these separately - bigger job than standard setup. **Taking it down** in January? I can do that too. Properly stored, your nativity scene will last decades.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nativity scene setup in Ottery St Mary
Can you set up nativity scenes indoors and outdoors?
Yes to both. Indoor is simpler - mainly arranging your figures nicely and maybe adding some lighting. Outdoor needs proper weatherproofing, securing figures so they don't blow away in Devon wind, and making sure electrics are safe if you're adding lights.
How do you stop outdoor nativity figures blowing over?
Depends on the figures. Lightweight ones I'll weight down with sandbags hidden behind them. Larger wooden ones can be staked into the ground. Metal frames get pegged like a tent. Whatever it takes to survive a good Devon gale.
Do you provide the nativity scene or just set up mine?
I set up yours. Nativity sets range from £30 Argos plastic ones to £300 hand-carved wooden displays - you choose what suits your budget and style, I make sure it's installed properly.
Can you add lighting to an outdoor nativity scene?
Absolutely. I'll use outdoor-rated lights and weatherproof connections. Usually LED spotlights to illuminate the stable, or string lights for atmosphere. All wired safely back to an outdoor socket.
How long does a nativity scene setup take?
Simple indoor arrangement is about an hour. Full outdoor display with lighting and weatherproofing can be 2 hours. More if you've got a big elaborate scene with multiple sections.
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