As we rapidly approach this year’s Christmas Festivities, Westbury Town Council will once again promote and support an exciting programme of celebrations, events and activities throughout November and December.
Now in its tenth year, the ‘Christmas in Westbury’ programme will feature a range of major events, together with the promotion of all local community events and activities – a festive programme with something for everyone.
Details of all events will be published in the ever popular ‘Christmas in Westbury’ booklet which is widely distributed to every home in the local area from the beginning of November.
Cllr David Bradshaw, Mayor of Westbury said, “Christmas is fast approaching, and it seems only yesterday that we celebrated the last one.
“We are all getting very excited about our forthcoming Christmas celebrations in Westbury. The Street Fayre and Christmas Lights Switch-on event starts at 10am on Saturday 28th November, and promises to be spectacular this year, so come along and join in the festive fun. Don’t forget to look out for The Mayor’s Bear, who has been busy fund raising this year!
“I take this opportunity to thank all of those who have worked tirelessly over the last year to make our festive occasion a success. I look forward to seeing you all at the Christmas lights switch-on and wish you a very healthy, merry and peaceful Christmas and New Year.
2015 highlights include:
Saturday 7th November: ‘Christmas Card Exhibition & Model Competition’ 2.30-4pm at The Laverton. Categories 3-5yrs, 6-8yrs & 9-11yrs. Free entry.
There is also a free craft session to design your entry for the Christmas card competition and this is being run by Westbury Library, on Thursday 29th October 2015, 11am – 12 noon. No need to book, just turn up!
All entries into the Christmas Card Competition must be submitted to Westbury Town Council by 12noon on Saturday 7th November and both competitions will be judged by the Mayor and Mayoress.
Full details of both competitions are available on www.westburytowncouncil.gov.uk
Saturday 28th November -‘Street Event Day, 10am-9pm (Town Centre and Market Place) and Christmas Lights Switch on Event’ 5.30pm – 7pm (High Street), with street entertainers, mobile zoo, reptile display in the Church Hall, inflatables, music, entertainment, local craft stalls and hot food and drink, including hog roast, fun fair and free parking in all Westbury car parks for the day!
Lights will be switched on at 6.30pm, with Father Christmas, live music, mince pies, mulled wine, street entertainment and much more. Check the latest timetable for the day’s events at: www.westbury towncouncil .gov.uk
The fun fair in the upper level of the High Street Car Park will be open until 9pm.
Sunday 6th December: ‘Children’s Christmas Party’ 1.30-4.30pm at Leighton Recreation Centre
For children aged 3-12 yrs, with those under the age of 8yrs to be accompanied by a responsible adult. Didi cars, activities, music, refreshments, entertainment, with Dave Hickory ‘balloon magician’, Tickets £4 from Leighton Recreation Centre, contact 01373 824448.
Thursday 10th – Sunday 13th December – All Saints Church – ‘Christmas Tree festival’
Thursday 11th December – ‘Young Person Pool Christmas Party’ 6.00 – 8.00pm at Westbury Swimming Pool. For young people aged 9-12 years. Free of charge, but booking essential. Tickets available from Westbury Swimming Pool – £1 refundable booking fee applies.
For more information, please contact: Amanda McCann on: 01373 822232; email info@westburytowncouncil.gov.uk or visit: www.westburytowncouncil.gov.uk
