URGENT CALL: £5,000 NEEDED NOW TO SAVE PLYMPTON'S CHRISTMAS LIGHTS AND BELOVED RIDGEWAY CELEBRATION
- Sep 29
- 2 min read
PLYMPTON, DEVON – 29/09/2025 – The cherished Plympton Christmas Light Switch On event is at critical risk of cancellation, threatening to leave the Ridgeway dark this festive season. Organisers have launched a final, urgent appeal to the community and local businesses, stating that if the £5,000 Crowdfunder target is not met immediately, the 2025 event will not go ahead.
For years, the annual Light Switch On has been the magical moment that ignites Plympton’s Christmas spirit, drawing thousands of families, schools, and local groups together. It is far more than just lights; it’s a vital community celebration and a huge economic boost for local traders.
The Race Against Time
After a difficult period securing event organisers, Diverse Events CIC and Event Tech SW have bravely stepped forward to coordinate the event. However, with the festive season rapidly approaching, they face a severe funding crisis. The total cost to stage the massive event and ensure the Christmas lights are installed and maintained is £10,000. The team must urgently raise the remaining £5,000 via public support.
“This is a desperate, last-ditch plea,” said Aaron, Director of Diverse Events CIC. “Plympton’s Christmas tradition - the excitement, the market, the joy on the children’s faces - all hangs in the balance. If this Crowdfunder fails to hit its £5,000 target in time, there will be no event, and the heart of the Plympton community will be left dark this Christmas.
Community members are urged to visit the Crowdfunder page immediately and share the link widely:
Local businesses are also called upon to step forward. Sponsorship opportunities are available, offering a powerful way to support a cornerstone community event while promoting local brands to thousands of residents during the most critical trading period of the year. Interested businesses should contact the team immediately via the Crowdfunder page.
Where the Money Goes: Commitment to Community
The funds raised directly cover essential costs that ensure a safe, vibrant event, providing crucial support for local traders and accessibility for all families:
“We refuse to let this cherished tradition fade away,” Aaron concluded. “We are confident that if the Plympton community and our amazing local businesses rally together now, in these final hours, we can reach the finish line and ensure the Ridgeway glows brighter than ever before.”
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