Oldham Council is running a competition for one lucky winner to join Santa for the Christmas Lights switch-on in the town centre.
The young person will get the chance to join Father Christmas and special guests to push the button and officially turn on this year’s festive lights.
Entrants must be between five and 12 years old, live in Oldham, and be available between 5pm and 7pm on Saturday, November 15.
Entry is free at www.oldham.gov.uk/push_the_button
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