The streets of Doddington sparkled with festive cheer when the Christmas lights were switched on to the applause of local residents.
After hard work by a fund raising committee the village once again shone for the run up to Christmas celebrations.
Santa joined the fun along with
Speaking on their lights Facebook page, a spokesman said: “I would just like to say a massive thank you to our awesome team.
“The village looks fantastic and without out you all it wouldn’t have happened. Come wind,rain,frost and sunshine you have all been enthusiastic and happy never faltering in your commitment to the lights.
“You know who you all are. Also a massive thank you to the residents of our wonderful village for turning out in your hundreds to see the switch on.
Your support and kind comments we have received make it all completely worth while. So from myself and the Doddington Christmas lights committee we would like to wish you all a very merry Christmas 2015 and a healthy and happy 2016. See you all again next year.”
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