Lemax Caddington Village: Festive village trades

Lemax Caddington Village is a fascinating collection of figurines to carry you to a Victorian Christmas, where the artistry of every item helps evoke the spirit of a 19th-century hamlet.

With the meticulous detailing, these items have become a favourite among collectors as they help to magically recreate a festive village from yesteryear.

The trade-themed figurines for the village, with their sculpting and poses, really do capture the craftsmanship of the period.

Here, the Christmas.uk team takes a closer look at three figurines that bring the vibrant trades of Caddington Village to life – and we’ll offer some scene setting ideas to really bring these figurines to life.

Chimney sweep: Old-world craftsmanship

The chimney sweep embodies the hardworking spirit of Victorian trades. Standing at nearly 8 cm tall, this resin figure depicts a sweep with a broom and ladder. Dressed in a sooty coat and hat, the worn boots and a coiled rope, capture the look of a 19th-century chimney sweep going to work. The earthy tones enhance the Victorian aesthetic to make this piece a collector’s gem for any scene needing historical depth. Its compact size allows it to fit near homes or shops, evoking the essential work of keeping hearths warm during a festive winter.

 

Lamplighter: A nostalgic glow

The lamplighter brings a nostalgic touch to your village and is 11 cm tall. The resin figure shows a worker lighting a streetlamp, complete with a ladder and lantern. The intricate sculpting, from the Victorian-era coat, detailed lantern and a focused expression, evokes the dedication of maintaining a village’s glow. Collectors will adore how this figurine adds a narrative of evening rituals, perfect for placement along a street or near a festive shop.

 

Roasted chestnuts: A cosy market vibe

The roasted chestnuts figurine is a great way to create a market atmosphere and is 7.3 cm tall. This lovely resin piece depicts a vendor with a glowing brazier, offering chestnuts to passersby. The intricate details, from the chestnuts in the brazier, his festive scarf and a welcoming smile, help capture the charm of a Victorian market. We love too the ready-made bags for holding hot chestnuts and the squirrel who appears to have captured a chestnut. Along with adding style to busy village square, he’s also a great addition for a shopfront or Victorian street.

Scene suggestions: A bustling trade hub

We think that having Victorian trade figurines is a great way to deliver a vibrant scene for Caddington Village. Start by placing the chimney sweep near the Winter Holiday Lodge, a 17 cm tall porcelain lodge with glowing windows, to suggest the sweep has been summoned to resolve a problem. You could also position the lamplighter along a street lined with gas lantern street lamps, each 10.5 cm tall, to depict the evening ritual. Consider too adding roasted chestnuts near Tannenbaum Christmas Shoppe, a 20.6 cm tall shop, to create a lively market scene, grounded by the large pebble road, a 76.2 cm long cobblestone path. By following these ideas, you will be creating a bustling, authentic village filled with Victorian trades.

Consider too that by adding the sledding with gramps, a 6 cm tall figurine, there’s an opportunity for a playful contrast, or you could add the telephone booth and butternut tree with its multi-light effect to enhance the scene’s authenticity.

The timeless trades of Caddington Village

We think that the chimney sweep, lamplighter and roasted chestnuts figurines really do bring the industrious spirit of Victorian tradespeople to Caddington Village.

Their intricate details help create a scene that will captivate collectors and guests, so whether tending chimneys or lighting lanterns, these pieces will bring your display to life.

Head to the Lemax experts at Christmas.uk where Caddington Village awaits to make your festive season unforgettable.