Large screens go up in Northampton town centre with messages from Santa

The screens has been paid for by Northampton Borough Council and will be used to display Christmas content throughout December
Carly Roberts
By Carly Roberts
Published 3rd Dec 2020, 11:47 BST
Updated 3rd Dec 2020, 11:56 BST
The two screens have been placed in Abington Street, outside Metro bank.The two screens have been placed in Abington Street, outside Metro bank.
The two screens have been placed in Abington Street, outside Metro bank.

You may have been wondering why there are some large screens in Abington Street.

Northampton Borough Council have put up large televisions and speakers in the town centre to play historic videos from previous Christmas lights switch-ons, fireworks and carnivals to spread some cheer, as the town comes out of the second national lockdown.

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It comes as annual calendar events have been cancelled this year because of coronavirus restrictions - including the traditional Christmas lights switch-on, typically featuring panto stars from the Royal & Derngate.

The screens will also be a platform where shops and services can advertise, with additional messages from Father Christmas. All Saints Choir will also be making an appearance with Christmas carols.

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