Christmas lights that once graced Lincoln are to be given a new home at Sutton on Sea on the Lincolnshire coast.
The city has invested £140,000 in new lights, but didn’t want to dump the old ones. Seeking to address the city’s commitment to its ‘Let’s Address the Challenge of Climate Change’, the plan had been to offer them to charitable and voluntary organisations in the city through Voluntary Centre Services.
But then City of Lincoln Council is pleased to announce the donation of its previous Christmas lights to Sutton on Sea, supporting the coastal community while reinforcing the council’s environmental goals.
This gesture comes following the council’s recent £140,000 investment in new seasonal lighting for Lincoln, prompting the need to find a sustainable solution for the old lights.
As part of the council’s Vision 2025 and its commitment to , the council prioritised reusing and recycling to avoid waste.
Recognising the opportunity to reuse the lights and bring joy to another area, the council decided to initially make these lights available to
However, Sutton on Sea’s ward councillor Robert Watson said Sutton would like to have them after a culture meeting with City of Lincoln Council’s Events, Tourism and Culture Manger on the Lincolnshire coast.
City Cllr Joshua Wells said: “We’re delighted that the lights were able to go to a good home in Sutton on Sea, where they can be enjoyed by the community.
“Sutton on Sea’s LightWaves event was a huge success and saw many crowds celebrating the colourful illuminations, projections, and performances on offer. We hope the lights donated by City of Lincoln Council will continue to be an extension of this joy over the festive period.
“City of Lincoln Council is committed to supporting our neighbouring towns and making choices that reflect our green focus and Vision 2025 goals.”
City of Lincoln Council’s new Christmas lights go live on 28 November.
