ATHELSTANEFORD will enjoy some festive cheer, with the village’s Christmas lights switch-on this Saturday.

Residents will be able to enjoy refreshments and carols around the Christmas tree to kick off the holiday season.

The official village Christmas lights switch-on takes place at Athelstaneford Village Hall from 4.30pm to 6.30pm.

Attendees will be treated to a bottle tombola sponsored by Wags and Walkies, a bake sale sponsored by Saltire Property Services, a lucky dip sponsored by Drem Timber and Fencing, tombola sponsored by New Town Dental Care, a gin box sponsored by Fidra Gin, an elf sweetie shop, pocket money toys and a craft stall. Raffle tickets are on sale now.