There was plenty of festive cheer on display in Edgeworthstown last weekend as children, families and members of the public at large witnessed the long awaited turning on of the Christmas lights. Santa Claus himself, even made an impromtu appearance, arriving in on a blue coloured Kiernan Milling truck to the delight of young and old alike. Longford Leader photographer Shelley Corcoran was also on hand to take in some of the atmosphere, capturing plenty of the action through the lens of her camera. Don't forget to tag and share with your friends!

placeholder image — There was plenty of festive cheer on display in Edgeworthstown last weekend as children, families and members of the public at large witnessed the long awaited turning on of the Christmas lights. Santa Claus himself, even made an impromtu appearance, arriving in on a blue coloured Kiernan Milling truck to the delight of young and old alike. Longford Leader photographer Shelley Corcoran was also on hand to take in some of the atmosphere, capturing plenty of the action through the lens of her camera. Don't forget to tag and share with your friends!

PICTURES | Holiday season gathers pace as Longford crowds savour turning on of Edgeworthstown Christmas lights

By News Reporter

Published 8th Dec 2022, 16:00 GMT

Updated 8th Dec 2022, 16:10 GMT

Caption: Migle Paudeiute, Emma Aucevica and Laura Gaisuiuia

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Caption: Migle Paudeiute, Emma Aucevica and Laura Gaisuiuia

Caption: There was lots of festive fun and cheer in Edgeworthstown last Sunday evening as the town lit up for Christmas Pictures: Shelley Corcoran

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Caption: There was lots of festive fun and cheer in Edgeworthstown last Sunday evening as the town lit up for Christmas Pictures: Shelley Corcoran

Caption: The Santa Express arrives in Edgeworthstown

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Caption: The Santa Express arrives in Edgeworthstown

Caption: Santa Claus and Jimmy Connell turning on the Christmas lights in Edgeworthstown last Sunday evening

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Caption: Santa Claus and Jimmy Connell turning on the Christmas lights in Edgeworthstown last Sunday evening

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