The sleepy town of Bromyard is ready for one of the highlights of the year - the switching on of the spectacular Christmas lights this Saturday (21st November) at 5pm.
Roger Wilkins, the longest serving member of the town's 'light brigade' - who is now in his 48th year of involvement - will have the honour of flicking the switch.
He will be joined by Toni McDonald of BBC Hereford and Worcester, who will present prizes to the winners of the Bromyard Chamber of Commerce's annual shop window competition.
This year's switch-on is the 'very special' 50th anniversary year.
In the same week where residents of Worcester were appalled at the city's festive display, calling "rubbish Christmas lights and an unfinished festive tree."
No such trouble in Bromyard though as the light brigade are all set for another switch on which could see as many as 2,000 people descend on the town. In their week 6 blog update, BCL thank Blackpool Illuminations for their continued support, this year the Christmas Tree in the square features new flashing LED lights and a new star - the tree itself was kindly sponsored by Park Leisure.
All lights have now been erected and all relevant testing has taken place ahead of the switch on this Saturday at 5pm.
Below are some relevant links:
Bromyard Christmas Lights Website
Bromyard Christmas Lights Facebook Page
Worcester News - Bromyard set for Christmas light switch-on
Worcester News - "Rubbish Christmas lights and an unfinished festive tree," residents criticise Worcester's seasonal display