Aylesbury Town Council has organised the town’s Christmas lights since 2022.
The Christmas lights are turned on at the Town Council’s light switch on event – Christmas on the Cobbles. This falls on the third Sunday in November each year.
The lights used are made from sustainable materials including LED and bio print designs. The Town Council chooses lights which are environmentally friendly and have low running costs.
Sustainable features include:
- Designs are made from bio-sourced GMO-free sugar cane which is turned into dehydrated bioethanol and eventually used to colour the lights.
- Brand new eco-responsible materials allow the removal of more than 80% of aluminium from the 2D motifs, which has a substantial impact on the carbon footprint.
- The Bioprint or Recyprint manufacturing process emits 10 times less CO2 than aluminium.
- The 100% LED lighting components are recycled after use.
The Town Council would like to thank Buckinghamshire Council for their support and grant funding contribution towards this project.
Leader of the Council, Cllr Richard Lloyd, said: “The Christmas lights display aims to bring joy and comfort to residents in what is a very challenging time for many. We have selected a supplier that not only provides the low-cost and eco-friendly lights but have designed a stunning display that the town will be proud of.
“While the Town Council does not have direct responsibility for the town market, its surrounding land areas, shop units and businesses rates, we do feel strongly that we, the town’s local council, should do what we can to support our local businesses and to help the town look its best to attract new businesses and visitors to our town.”
