A FULL programme of entertainment has been announced to celebrate the switching on of the Christmas lights in Consett this weekend.
A Christmas fair takes place in Blackhill and Consett Park, on Saturday, from 3pm.
There will be a crafts marquee, fairground rides and free art workshops, Singer Pat Boustead will lead a carol concert accompanied by Consett Junior Brass and children can visit Santa Claus.
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