Nansledan is set to sparkle with festive cheer as the community comes together for the annual Christmas lights switch-on and market on Saturday, 30th November.
The popular event promises an evening of magical moments for all ages with a Santa parade, live music, market stalls, and a delicious array of food and drink.
Highlights include:
5:30 PM – Santa’s arrival and lantern parade
The evening kicks off with the arrival of Santa in Stret Ewyn, opposite Country Cow Designs. Santa will lead a sparking lantern parade to Parc Mengleudh where the celebrations continue.
6:00 PM – Lights switch-on and brass band performance
A highlight of the evening will be the grand switch-on of the Christmas lights at Parc Mengleudh, accompanied by a Santa meet-and-greet. The Indian Queens Brass Band will be filling the air with traditional festive tunes.
6:00 – 9:00 PM – Christmas Market and late night shopping
Local traders will be open for late night shopping and the Kew An Lergh courtyard (behind Sabzi) will host a Christmas market, featuring artisan stalls with unique gifts, live music and plenty of food and drink. Stall holders include:
- Duchy Nursery – garden and homewares
- Langley’s Chocolate – handmade chocolate treats
- Good Lyfe – plastic-free and ethical products
- Beautifully Handcrafted – natural candles, fragrances, and diffusers
Sam Kirkness, Nansledan Development Manager at the Duchy of Cornwall which is supporting the event, said: “Christmas is such a special time in Nansledan, and we’re all looking forward to a magical evening filled with festive cheer. This event is a wonderful opportunity to come together, celebrate, and enjoy everything our community has to offer.”
