Turning on of the lights (what is this like?)

By Khaizarana | Sunday, November 13, 2011, 01:58

I usually only come down to Ilfracombe in the Summer months but after reading about the lights being turned on I have decided to come down to see this event.

I am just curious what to expect - Is there usually a big crowd of people from the surrounding towns come to see it too like they did at the Carnival in August? Is there a fete or other events that make it one special day and is there anyone famous turning on the lights.

Apologies if those are silly questions.

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Did you make it? Shame it rained, it seemed a little lacklustre in the end. Maybe we need some new lights on the main tree?

By thornerg at 17:24 on 09/12/11
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Firstly thanks for the photos from 2010, Adelle. It looks quite an event to say the least, probably looks better than I imagined.
Piglet you make it sound like I hoped in terms of getting you into the Christmas spirit, being from a big city you don't really get that feeling in regards to the build up to Christmas.
Thanks again for the replies, roll on Nov 30th!!

By Khaizarana at 17:53 on 14/11/11
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I always have a great night at the lighting of the lights it really gets you in to the christmassy spirit. There's always a big turnout and a good atmosphere. After watching the parade, switch-on and fireworks you can do late-night shopping at the shops and stalls and there are street performers etc and a burger from outside Turton's butchers is a must! As you can tell I love it, but it's down to personal opinion I suppose- please let us know what you think afterwards and I hope you enjoy it!

By pigglet77 at 17:12 on 14/11/11
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Hi Khaizarana, here are some pictures I took of the lighting of the lights last year to give you some idea of what the night is like:

http://tinyurl.com/cz2lw29

Hope this helps!

By Adelle_B at 12:09 on 14/11/11
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I knew it wouldn't be massive on the scale of Blackpool and I'm glad it isn't if I am honest. From what you have said Thornerg that sounds perfect to me, thanks for the reply.

By Khaizarana at 15:37 on 13/11/11
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