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Market Drayton to kick start Christmas celebrations

By Shropshire Live24 November 2012
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Market Drayton residents will today get in the Christmas mood with entertainment and the switching on of the town’s lights.

Market Drayton to kick start Christmas celebrations

From 10.30am this morning a number of events will take place around the town centre including a performance by the Market Drayton Youth Theatre at the Buttercross.

The event organised by Market Drayton Town Council will also include a Christmas market, live music and charity stalls.

The Christmas lights will be switched on at 5pm in the square.

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