On Saturday 10th December the first ever ‘Carols By Lantern Light’ was held at the Church Centre on a very seasonally cold, but thankfully, dry evening.
This being the first time the event had been organised, we did not know quite what to expect in terms of numbers. Over 300 people of all ages came!! What a turn out!
Santa arrived at 4.45pm, not on his sleigh, but in a sports car! He had very kindly given the reindeer the night off so that they would be fit for their long journey on Christmas Eve.
90 or so children were then able to visit Santa in his grotto where he was ably assisted by his elves. He was full of Christmas spirit as he reminded the children to be good, not to peep on Christmas Eve and gave a few hints as to his favourite tipple which co-incidentally seemed to be a certain local brand of cider!
Mulled wine, hot chocolate and hot dogs helped to keep everyone warm while they listened to a variety of festive music played by the wonderful Weston Brass.
We then gathered for the Community Singing of traditional carols and Christmas songs accompanied by Weston Brass and introduced by our Master of Ceremonies, Winscombe Post Office’s Steve Reed who looked splendid in his Dickensian costume. Everyone seemed to be in good voice.
Our curate, Reverend Jacqui, gave a short reflection on the meaning of Christmas and we finished by singing ‘We Wish You A Merry Christmas’ to each other.
Everyone seemed to have enjoyed themselves and be keen to repeat the experience next year – so watch this space!
