Elfic the Juggler set to wow crowds at Newton Abbot’s Victorian Evening
THE ever-popular children’s entertainer, Elfic, is just one of the free attractions drawing the crowds into Newton Abbot on Wednesday December 4 for the town’s annual Victorian Evening.
The award-winning comedy juggler is renowned for wowing audiences with his madcap shows which this year will take place at 5.30pm and 7pm in Market Square.
Visitors are also encouraged to keep an eye out for a wandering polar bear, stilt-walking policeman and an old-fashioned gent pedalling his penny farthing bicycle.
Santa and Mrs Claus will be present too as will a wide range of charity stalls and hot food vendors.
Many shops and cafes will offer late night opening while the Spectrum Orchestra provides a seasonal backdrop with popular carols.
Anyone keen to take a peak into Santa’s Grotto can pop into St Leonard’s Clock Tower and snap a selfie while the great man is outside on his sleigh meeting with fans.
Natalie Hicks, Events Co-ordinator at Newton Abbot Town Council said: ‘The Victorian Evening has been a family favourite for many years with all our charity stallholders in period costume and vying to win the best-dressed stall award.
‘It’s not an event that’s stuck in the past though, with plenty of free attractions we know go down well with young and old alike.
‘Let’s hope we get some clear skies to add that winter sparkle, we’ll see you there between 5pm and 8pm!’
Another festive event is the Doggy Carol Service with Rev Gareth Regan in Wolborough Street at 12 noon on Saturday December 7.
Families and their beloved pet pooches are encouraged to take part with free lyric sheets and gingerbread biscuits on offer.
Musical encouragement will be provided by the Forte Singers and Spectrum Orchestra.
For event details follow Newton Abbot Town Council on Facebook and Instagram.
