BRIGG LIGHTS SWITCH-ON CANCELLED

From Brigg Town Council

With regret, due to the level of snowfall and the forecast that more is on its way, the Town Council and Brigg & District Lions have taken the decision to cancel the Brigg Christmas Lights Switch On and Christmas Fair scheduled for this Friday evening - 3rd December 2010.

NF adds: This is a sensible move, taken in good time. But we can't help pointing out it's a shame that the one year we get some truly festive weather for the switch-on, the event can't take place. Disappointing for Brigg youngsters, who would have had a truly memorable event; snow this heavy at this time of year doesn't come along more than once a childhood. But all those out-of-town visitors who arrive by car would have been struggling. Brigg pubs will now be missing my usual pre-Christmas boost to their takings, but Tina and staff at the renowned R&B off-licence, in Springs Parade, will benefit. Stock up the 99p special offer shelf!