Belper Christmas Lights Switch On

The lights will be switched on at 5.45pm in the Memorial Gardens, by actor, acclaimed folk singer, songwriter, composer and musician John Tams.

He will be joined by Belper Town Mayor Jamie Walls, Santa Claus and his elves!

Following the lights switch on, tribute band Slade UK will perform in the Memorial Gardens.

There will be local charity stalls and further entertainment along King Street.

All shops and business premises are invited to stay open for late night Christmas shopping.

Please note, King Street will be closed from its junction with Market Head, to its junction with Campbell Street, with no access to or from Green Lane via King Street, from 3pm-9pm on Friday 24th November.