Are you counting down the sleeps till Santa?  There’s loads to keep the kids entertained in the build up to Christmas in Rushcliffe this year.  Are free guide called Christmas in Rushcliffe has been produced with input from local community groups and businesses to show you the best the Borough has to offer, If you're looking for ideas for things to see and do during the festivities, you'll find everything from carol concerts and church services to Christmas fairs and markets in the ‘What's on’ listings. Pick up your copy from your local library or shops in central West Bridgford. Alternatively, download a copy from this website.

 

What's special events are planned?

Christmas 2009 was kicked-off in Rushcliffe with the annual Christmas Lights Switch On in West Bridgford on Saturday 21 November. Visitors took in the festive atmosphere strolling around the farmers market and craft fair, picking up last minute gifts in the local shops and taking off the chill with mulled wine, mince pies, hot chestnuts and other tasty treats.

The day was filled with entertainment, from traditional carolling with West Bridgford Churches Together and the Social Singers to comedy singing Christmas Crackers - there was plenty to get you in the Christmas mood! Plus, special guest Father Christmas set up camp in his magical grotto on Gordon Square for one day only.

The entertainment reached a peak as darkness falls, with musical entertainment from classical trio The Bowfins and Britain’s Got Talent 2008 semi finalists, Irresistible. The exciting build up to the big switch was filled with a special performance from Join the Mayor of Rushcliffe and Trent FM Breakfast Show hosts Twiggy and Emma as they lit up West Bridgford with an array of fireworks and twinkling lights in our finale and grand switch on at 5pm. Christmas has truly arrived in Rushcliffe!

 

What else is on in Rushcliffe this Christmas?

There’s lots more happening around the Borough and Nottinghamshire this Christmas, see below for more details:

• Sunday 15 November, 7.30pm
  We’ll Meet Again - a nostalgic performance
  Grange Hall, Radcliffe on Trent
  Admission: £3.50, Concessions £2.50
• Sunday 29 November, 2.30pm – 6.00pm
  Radcliffe on Trent Christmas Market and Lights Switch On
  Grange Hall, Radcliffe on Trent
  Admission: Free
• Friday 4  December, 4.30pm – 6.00pm
  Cotgrave Christmas Lights Switch On
  Cotgrave Shopping Precinct
  Admission: Free
• Friday 4 December, 5.00pm – 8.00pm
  Bingham Christmas Fair
  Market Square, Bingham
  Admission: Free

          (for more information see the event leaflet as a PDF attachment at the bottom of this page.)

• Friday 4 December, 6.00pm
  Keyworth Christmas Lights
  The Sqaure, Keyworth
  Admission: Free
• Saturday 5 December, 10.30am
  Christmas Produce Market
  Village Hall, Willoughby on the Wolds
  Admission: Free
• Sunday 13 December, 4.00pm
  Christingle Service
  Bunny Church,
  Admission: Free
• Sunday 13 December, 5.00pm
  Bunny Christmas Lights Switch On
  Village Hall, Bunny
  Admission: Free
• Monday 14 December, 2.00pm – 6.00pm
  Over 65s Christmas Party
  Grange Hall, Radcliffe on Trent
  Admission: £1.00.
• Monday 21 December, 10.00pm – 1.00pm
  Christmas Mince Pies and Coffee Morning
  Grange Hall, Radcliffe on Trent
  Admission: Free.

How can I find out more information?

Contact the Community Arts and Events Officer on 0115 981 9911 or email arts@rushcliffe.gov.uk.