The South Shields Christmas light switch event on was held on Wednesday, November 24 in Market Place – with plenty of entertainment on display to get the crowd in the festive spirit.
The honour of switching on the lights fell to “local hero” Dr Mickey Jachuck, a Consultant Cardiologist at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, who has been a key supporter of the Borough’s Beat Covid campaign.
BBC Newcastle’s Alfie Joey hosted the night, with performances from Jen Stevens & The Hiccups, South Shields Serenity Singers and Choirmaster and Customs House favourites Dennis and Achoo.
5. Christmas carols
South Shields Serenity Singers and Choirmaster provided entertainment ahead of the switch on. Photo: Stu Norton
6. Watching on
Crowds gathered in Market Place to watch the switch on event. Photo: Stu Norton
7. Entertaining the crowd
Customs House characters Dennis and Achoo were on hand to get the crowd warmed up. Photo: Stu Norton
