Ilkeston - Christmas Lights
w/e 24 November 2002
Ilkeston Brass were on hand to play Christmas Carols and other
festive songs when the seasonal lights were switched on in the
Market Place.
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Local shops stayed open late but most of the assembled crowd
were more interested in the lights strung across the road. After
all it is nearly a year since they last saw them!
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A familiar figure was handing out early gifts of sweets and chocolate
bars.
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At the "Victorian" market these ladies were raising
funds for the Guide Dogs for the Blind.
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Hot chestnuts helped keep out the cold.
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Three Snowmen provided by the Faceless Company mingled with the crowd,
estimated at about 8000, and added to the entertainment that
also included fairground rides and a Punch and Judy Show.
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