Carriage dash through Castletown’ by Santa

Santa, who used horsepower, for last Friday evening's carriage tour of Castletownroche. (Picture: John Ahern)

The children of Castletownroche and surrounding areas received a wonderful surprise last Friday evening, when Santa and his North Pole team, travelled by carriage through the village. 

With so many ‘Santa events’ shelved, this was a rare opportunity to get a glimpse of the big man.

Local councillor, Frank Roche, congratulated everyone who helped make it possible. 

“Youngsters really enjoyed the spectacle, it gave a buzz to the village and I was very impressed by the whole thing, well done to all concerned,” Cllr Roche told The Avondhu

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