A Festive Fun Day made sure everyone could enjoy Aberdeen Christmas Village. Image - Aberdeen City Council
Aberdeen Christmas Village has worked festive magic to ensure as many people as possible share the joy of the season by holding a community Festive Fun Day.
Hundreds of people from a range of north-east charities and schools enjoyed all the fun and excitement of the sparkling attraction on and around Broad Street yesterday (December 3).
The Festive Fun Day, supported by village organisers Aberdeen Inspired, Aberdeen City Council and Codona’s, offered a welcoming and festive atmosphere to groups and individuals who might otherwise find it difficult to access the village.
Those enjoying the free rides and ice skating in the magical atmosphere of the Christmas Village included Greyhope School, Heathryburn, Bramble Brae, Charlie House, We Too! and Aberdeen Lads' Club, to name a few.
Hundreds of folk enjoyed the special Festive Fun Day. Image - Courtesy of Codona's
Adrian Watson, chief executive of Aberdeen Inspired, said: “Christmas really is for everyone, and we are delighted to have been part of this special community Festive Fun Day to make sure no one misses out on the fun and joy being offered by the Christmas Village and the magical atmosphere of Curated In The Quad.
“The joy and happiness on the faces of those who came along and enjoyed this heart-warming event helped was wonderful to see. It really underlines the fantastic sense of community in Aberdeen. We can’t thank enough everyone who made it happen.”
Gillian Gallan, general manager of Codona’s, said: “The Festive Fun Day is a very special day to host and to be a part of at the Christmas Village. It is a highlight for many of the guests attending.
“Being able to support various local schools and charities is incredibly important to everyone involved in the Aberdeen Christmas Village. To see and hear about the amazing work the groups and charities are doing in our city is a real privilege.
“We would like to extend special thanks for helping us organise the Festive Fun Day to Phionna McInnes from We Too!, Mhairi Shewan from Aberdeen City Council and Morven MacKenzie and Lara Munro from All Life Chances.”
Aberdeen Christmas Village brings a festive glow to the heart of the Granite City. Image - Codona's
Aberdeen Lord Provost, Dr David Cameron said: “The Festive Fun Day ensures that local school children and charity users can experience some Christmas magic and excitement and I am delighted that Codona’s has once again organised this event for hundreds of guests.
“This great example of community and partnership working will hopefully have allowed local families to come together in the heart of our city to enjoy the festivities on offer.”
Aberdeen Christmas Village will run until Hogmanay and features a host of attractions and rides, as well as food and drink from local producers. You can find more information here
Curated In The Quad is a unique Christmas market showcasing local creatives and producers at 45 wooden chalets in the historic quad of Marischal College. Running on weekends (Friday to Sunday) until Christmas it will be a major fundraiser for local charity Charlie House. You can find out more here