Elsa, The Grinch and a star of children’s television were among those who came to kick-start Christmas celebrations in Tadley.
James Mackenzie – best known for his role as CBBC’s Raven–- was among the Aladdin cast members from The Anvil Arts pantomime who took part in the annual switch-on.
James Mackenzie from the cast of AladdinJessica age 5 with Santa from The London Valley LionsBurnham Copse SchoolThere was entertainment for all agesLotte Bennett as Spirit of the Ring, Avril Burdett from the council, MP Kit Malthouse and James Mackenzie as AbanazarAvril BurdettThere was entertainment throughout Friday evening
The event on Friday evening also included a Christmas market, carol singing from children at Burnham Copse School and an appearance from Father Christmas.
North West Hampshire MP Kit Malthouse and Tadley parish chairman Cllr Avril Burdett joined the panto starts on stage to push the button while it was the job of Tadley and District Community Association to keep visitors warm and well fed with hot snacks and drinks.
Christmas Newbury Lauren Abbott
