Community / Christmas tree brings festive ‘magic’ to Da Cross
LERWICK has become that little bit more festive after the arrival of the Market Cross Christmas tree.
It comes ahead of the annual Christmas parade on Saturday (30 November).
Living Lerwick, acting on behalf of town centre businesses, coordinates the tree’s journey from its supplier in England to Shetland.
The organisation said this is made possible through the “generous support” of Northwards and NorthLink, Shetland Islands Council and Garriock Bros.
Additionally, Northwards and NorthLink deliver three other trees gifted from Norway which will be displayed at Lerwick Town Hall, Scalloway, and Whalsay.
Living Lerwick chairman Steve Mathieson said: “The arrival of the Christmas tree and lights brings a real sense of magic to the town centre.
“It’s a wonderful example of community effort, with Northwards, NorthLink, Shetland Islands Council, and Garriock Bros helping us make it happen.
“We hope everyone enjoys the festive atmosphere while supporting our local shops this Christmas.”
Living Lerwick has planned a range of Christmas activities throughout December.
Santa will arrive off the Lerwick Lifeboat at Albert Wharf at around 3.15pm on Saturday before the parade continues through the town centre, ending up at the Market Cross at around 4.30pm/4.45pm where the Christmas lights will be turned on.
The will festivities continue in December with a naughty elf hunt, the Christmas window competition and a “winter wonderland grotto” at the old RSM offices beside Harry’s.
Santa’s grotto will be open on the weekends of 7/8 and 14/15 December, from 11am to 4pm each day.
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