Adele to flick Xmas switch

29/11/2012 @ 08:06

Olympic torch bearer Adele Nicoll will switch on Welshpool's Christmas lights tonight.

The Welshpool High School pupil and international athlete will flick the switch to light up the town at 7pm after the annual parade through the streets.

Starting from the Tourist Information Centre at 6.30pm the parade will be led by The Newtown Youth Band and make its way to the refurbished Town Hall. Prior to that, a Fancy Dress competition with three age categories will be judged at the TIC.

Santa will be special guest with youngsters having the chance to meet him at inside the Market Village with the Corn Exchange open for teas, coffee & mince pies. Community Groups and Charities are invited to take a stall.

The opening evening will be followed by the Winter Festival on Saturday when the Christmas Street Market will be held from 10am to 4pm.