switch on the Frome Christmas lights
THOUSANDS gathered together in Frome’s town centre earlier this month to celebrate the big Christmas lights switch-on event.
This year’s festive event was a family-friendly celebration which featured a lantern parade and carol service around the tree led by Frome Town Youth Band before Frome’s very own Olympic athlete Emily Diamond pressed the button to light up the town.
Live music came from local musicians Rocktopus who took to the stage to pump up the crowd who eagerly awaited the big switch-on.
There were plenty of food and drink stalls to keep people happy including posh hot dogs, pizza and Christmas dinner, as well as a mulled drinks stall, which were all very welcomed by the crowds.
Mayor of Frome, cllr Toby Eliot, who compered the evening said, “It was great to see so many people in the Market Place last Friday to celebrate the start of Christmas with carols around the tree and the switching on of the Christmas lights by our own Olympian Emily Diamond.
“This year we were told that a more intimate, family-focussed event was required. As a result, we brought forward the timing to allow young families to come, but still be home in time for bed.
“I’d like to thank all of those who were part of the lantern procession from St John’s Church and to Frome Town Youth Band who provided a marvellous accompaniment.
“We must also say a big thank you to the merry band of street cleaners provided by id verde. The George Hotel, Rocktopus, Postscript and our Christmas tree sponsor, Hunter French, all contributed to a great evening.
“Most of all though, thanks to everyone who came along, particularly everyone who brought or made a lantern, and created such a wonderful atmosphere.”
