A team of volunteers has been working extra hard to ensure that Liskeard’s Christmas lights will be shining brightly this year despite the current restrictions.
Because of covid-19 restrictions, things will be different - the town won’t be able to hold its usual lantern procession with fireworks as the Christmas lights are turned on. However thanks to financial donations from many businesses, generous individuals, the town council, the town forum, local Cornwall Councillors and a huge amount of voluntary effort, Liskeard is ready.
The Lights Up team and helpers spent seven hours on Sunday putting up the main tree, the smaller trees, and the remainder of the lights in town.
“It was an absolutely tremendous performance today by volunteers from Liskeard Lights Up,” said Councillor Simon Cassidy.
“Huge thanks to Roger and Primrose Baker who donated the tree, thanks also to Roy Davey agricultural contractor, the businesses who fed and watered us and all those businesses and residents who have contributed to bring some light in the darkness we’ve been experiencing this year.”
Tomorrow night at 6.30pm, everyone is invited to celebrate on their doorsteps, to make their own lanterns or simply to hold up a torch and unite in brightening up the town and sharing some festive cheer with family and neighbours.
The same moment will see the illumination of the Christmas lights in the town centre where they will be switched on remotely by one of Liskeard’s keyworkers in recognition of the vital work that they are still doing.
A video of this will stream live via social media and the town council’s web site.
Meanwhile a beacon of hope will burst into flames from the roof of St Martins’ Church to herald in a season of goodwill, with us all continuing to look out for each other in these difficult times.
For more information check social media or visit www.liskeard.gov.uk