Lantern parade set to light up Burnley neighbourhood

Residents in a closeknit Burnley community are counting down to their second big event to bring neighbours together.
By Susan Plunkett
Published 5th Aug 2020, 12:30 BST
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A lantern parade will take place on Saturday, October 24th, in Rosegrove.

Residents are invited to make their own lanterns for the parade and they also have light up costumes, hats and even prams. The only proviso is that no naked flames will be allowed.

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The parade is scheduled to start at 7pm and the route will take in Owen Street, Rosegrove Lane and Liverpool Road.

Two of the scarecrows that featured in the scarecrow festival organised by residents in Rosegrove, Burnley last month.Two of the scarecrows that featured in the scarecrow festival organised by residents in Rosegrove, Burnley last month.
Two of the scarecrows that featured in the scarecrow festival organised by residents in Rosegrove, Burnley last month.

The parade follows on from a scarecrow festival the residents held last month. Children and adults spent hours making a series of scarecrows featuring a host of characters including Donald Trump, Boris Johnson, Disney characters and superheroes.

Organised by Rosegrove Neighbourhood Watch, a series of events have kept residents entertained during the Covid 19 lockdown including a party to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day and a clap for young people session held at 3pm every Saturday.

Anyone who would like more information about the lantern parade is asked to ring Michael on 07984145141.

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