As the cost of living increases and the energy crisis continues, many households will be wondering if they can switch on the Christmas lights this year. However, two of the most popular Christmas light displays have confirmed that there will be no changes to their events despite the spiralling costs.
Officials in several towns across the UK, including Guildford Borough Council in Surrey, have announced they cannot justify the cost of Christmas lights so are either cancelling or scaling back on plans for events or displays. This has led to a mix of criticism and support from local residents on social media.
The Christmas light show her in Nottingham at Wollaton Hall, where the hall is transformed into a winter wonderland, has proven to be a popular event with visitors. In previous years, the light show has used 5km of fairy lights with more than 70,000 bulbs to create the seasonal display. This year the show will open on Friday, December 2, until Sunday, January 1.
