After the Christmas tree lights were switched on in Blackhall Colliery last night it was Hesleden's turn this evening to light up their tree, and once more the people of Hesleden did the village proud with another fantastic turnout.
The chairman of the parish council, Cllr Gaynor Crute, welcomed everyone to the event by introducing the staff and pupils from Hesleden Primary School who, despite the cold weather, turned out in their numbers to entertain residents gathered around the tree. A selection of Christmas carols was closely followed by the countdown to the tree lighting.
As ever, thanks go to the clerk, staff and members of Monk Hesleden Parish Council for organising the Christmas tree lighting ceremony.
As ever, thanks go to the clerk, staff and members of Monk Hesleden Parish Council for organising the Christmas tree lighting ceremony.
However a special thank you is reserved for the staff and pupils of Hesleden Primary School for their magnificent carol singing, which once more got the festive season underway in great style!