Rotarians bring buckets of Christmas cheer to Clitheroe Market

Clitheroe Rotarians had to abandon their regular slot with Santa and his sleigh at Sainbury's, Clitheroe, due to Covid-19 restrictions.

By Faiza Afzaal

Published 22nd Dec 2020, 09:02 BST

Updated 22nd Dec 2020, 09:49 BST

Clitheroe Rotarians' bucket collection raised £275

However, in an effort to raise spirits and funds for local charities, Rotarians and friends attended Clitheroe's bustling market with collecting buckets at a safe distanced on poles.

A magnificent £275 has been raised to date with more to come from buckets placed by many market traders on their stalls.

A Rotary spokesman said: "Thank you to all the members of the public and traders who supported Rotary while listening to festive music provided by a Dutch organ. One person enjoying the music, while popping a donation into a Rotary bucket, was two-year-old Esmai Rose, from Clitheroe. Santa was out and about thanks to Ribblesdale Rotary Club at Castlegate and Dawsons Store."

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