I’d like to take this opportunity to plug the Carols in the Bandstand event at Walsall Arboretum, which is to be held in the beautifully refurbished park bandstand this coming Saturday afternoon 14th December 2019, from 12:00 noon.

The event is free to attend, and will make for a welcome, relaxing break from Christmas shopping.

There will l be mince pies, mulled wine and hot drinks to aid the Christmas cheer, and the music will be led by local band ‘Good Traditions’ and other musical pals.

Carolling events in the Arbo always remind me of my great, lost pal The Plastic Hippo who adored these gigs and sang at the top of his not inconsiderable voice and had a great time – so please do visit in his memory and share a little of that Christmas spirit.