TikTok stars Jess and Norma set to launch Christmas at Marshall’s Yard in light switch on event
4 November 2024
Local TikTok stars Jess and Norma will help everyone to get into the festive spirit by launching Christmas here at Marshall’s Yard.
The granddaughter and grandma duo have amassed a following
of 2.5 million on the social media site by posting about their hilarious and
heartwarming adventures, some of which include visits to their favourite local
shopping centre in Gainsborough.
They will now take centre stage by turning on the festive
lights at the shopping destination as part of the two-day 'Marshall's Yard
launches Christmas' festive-themed extravaganza on Friday, November 15, and
Saturday, November 16.
Jess said: “'It is an absolute privilege to be asked to turn
on the Christmas lights in a place that has always been so welcoming and
homely, providing us with many special days and memories together as a
family.''
Melissa Clement, Centre Manager at Marshall’s Yard, said:
“We are honoured to have Jess and Norma officially switch on our festive
lights.
“We have a great programme of entertainment planned across
the two days and we want as many people in the community as possible to come
and join in the fun and get into the festive spirit.
“With a fantastic line-up of live entertainment, plus food
and drink stalls, and our stunning illuminations, visitors can expect a
family-friendly, festive atmosphere to really kick-start the Christmas season.”
There will be live entertainment on the Friday between
4.30pm and 5.30pm before the stunning Spark! drummers will take to the stage at
6pm for a 30-minute performance.
BBC Radio Lincolnshire presenter Sean Dunderdale will then
host the countdown to the magical lights switch on at 7pm by Jess and Norma.
Joining them on stage and making a special appearance will also be Pudsey the
Bear from the Children in Need charity.
The JAXX Band will take to the stage at 7.30pm for a live
performance before the event closes at 8.30pm.
The fun will continue the following day on the Saturday with
a performance from Room 21 Brass Band between Noon and 2pm.
Youngsters can also meet Santa in his Grotto on the Friday
between 5pm and 8pm, and on Saturday from Noon to 3pm.
There will also be more than 20 festive stalls selling
gifts, food and drinks to ensure you can hunt down a bargain and enjoy a
festive feast.
The Star Wars Inquisitors will be walking around and
mingling in with the crowds to provide their unique brand of entertainment.
Visitors can also check out children's amusements and free face-painting
on both days.
The extravaganza also serves as a perfect opportunity to
have a look around the centre’s fantastic retail and hospitality venue line-up
including B&M, Next, Costa, Caldero Lounge and many more.
In addition, two original Marshall's Tractors will be based
at the centre for visitors to marvel at in a nod to the centre’s history as the
former site of a factory, which specialised in steam engines and agricultural
machinery.
The event has kindly been sponsored by Bomead, McDonalds
Gainsborough.
Running alongside our event on the same two days, will be
the Christmas Lights Festival held in the town’s Market Place.
On both days the main stage will see local schools and
choirs taking the spotlight.
Keeping with the musical theme, there will also be a DJ on the
Friday evening, while on Saturday live bands will take to the stage to perform.
The event also includes vintage fairground rides, a giant
snow globe, plus food stalls and festive traders, street artists and
entertainers.
Market Street will again be closed to passing traffic for
the entirety of the event.
The Christmas Lights Festival is organised by West Lindsey
District Council with support from Gainsborough Town Council and is sponsored
by local businesses.
In addition and in the lead up to the festivities, Browns will be hosting their exclusive reward card event in which customers can receive up to 20 per cent off everything, except cosmetics and fragrances which is 15 per cent off.
The three day event will run on Tuesday, November 5, 9:30am - 5:30pm, Wednesday, November 6, 9:30am - 8:00pm and Thursday, November 7 9:30am - 5:30pm.
Get the Party started on the Wednesday late night opening
with live music, complimentary fizz and festive treats for shoppers.
Shoppers are kindly reminded that you must have a reward
card to be eligible for this reward card event, if you do not have a card you
can sign up at the till point to take advantage of these amazing instore
discounts.
For more information visit Homepage - Browns of York
To find out more about the centre’s upcoming events,
including this year’s Christmas events programme, visit www.marshallsyard.co.uk
ENDS
For further information, contact:
Public Relations Department, Dransfield Properties Ltd
Tel: 01226 360644
Email: admin@dransfield.co.uk