One week to go until West Bridgford’s Christmas Lights Switch On next Saturday November 23

One week to go until West Bridgford's Christmas Lights Switch On next Saturday November 23

Last updated: 16/11/2024

There's just one week to go until West Bridgford's free Christmas Lights Switch On which takes place on Saturday November 23 from midday until 6pm for a fun packed festive day with music and entertainment.

Carefound Home Care in West Bridgford are proud lead sponsors for the event which will take place on Central Avenue in the town. Throughout the day visitors can enjoy seasonal festivities, browse a selection of food, drink and gift stalls, street theatre entertainment and live music.

Local choirs, schools and community groups will be performing on The Croquet Lawn followed by the big countdown to the lights switch on at 5pm by Mayor of Rushcliffe Cllr Andy Brown, accompanied by a grand finale of low noise fireworks and live music from local performers Lady Rose Duo.

Performances on stage include*:

12pm - Plumtree School

12.45pm - St Edmond Campion

1.45pm - Liberty Singers Choir

2.45pm - Rock Choir

4pm - Lady Rose Duo

4.45pm - Countdown to Christmas Lights and Finale Fireworks

5.15pm - Lady Rose Duo

*Subject to change

The market will showcase over 30 stalls from local and regional businesses offering a chance to buy a range of seasonal treats to put a smile on the face of a friend or loved one.

Stalls include:

Food and drink: Vegetarian Rasoi, Dougnotts, Snail and Rabbit Loose Leaf Tea, PORCO. Ruddington Arms, A & A Events Co Ltd, The Beeston Brownie Company Ltd, Brockleby's Pies, Yello Yard, Falafel Baffle, Acropolisfoods, Heavenly Horsebox, Shio Street Food, Boxed Drinks Limited, Hanwell Wine Estate and more!

Gifts: Just Jo Design, The Pet Pantry Ruddington, The Lazy Fox Gifts, West Art And Glass, Inspired with Love Cards & Gifts, KaRoza Art Studio and more!

The National Ice Arena will be supporting the event for a third consecutive year and visitors can take part in their free inflatable hockey activity.

Rushcliffe Borough Council's Deputy Leader Cllr Abby Brennan said: "Our annual Christmas Lights Switch On is a wonderful festive event for all residents across the Borough!

"Come along and get into the seasonal spirit by enjoying an array of live music from local community groups who will be singing a variety of Christmas favourites, indulge in delicious treats from the stalls and get started on the Christmas shopping!

"This year we're delighted to welcome Carefound Home Care in West Bridgford lead event sponsors.

"We're also pleased to see the return of the National Ice Arena who are kindly supporting the event for their third year.

"This magical event is not one to miss so make sure you come to the town on Saturday November 23 and join us for the countdown to the town's lights switch on followed by our lower noise but no less spectacular firework display."

Registered Branch Manager at Carefound Home Care in West Bridgford, Ian Bignell added: "We are proud at Carefound Home Care to be the lead sponsor for this year's Christmas lights event!

"As a local provider of outstanding home care to older people, we work closely with the local community supporting clients with a range of care needs and partnering with other local professionals including the Rushcliffe Dementia Action Network (RDAN).

"This event is a great opportunity to celebrate the festive season with our clients, their families and our wider Rushcliffe community."

Operations Manager at the National Ice Centre Ryan Rathbone added: "The National Ice Centre is thrilled to once again be a sponsor of the West Bridgford Christmas Lights Switch-On.

"This event is a wonderful tradition that brings the community together, and we are proud to be a part of it. We look forward to another magical evening of festive fun."

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