A LARGE crowd turned out in force to watch the annual torchlight parade as part of Ross-on-Wye Christmas Carnival.
A torch flame is carried by a Scout while others carry an array of lanterns behind. (Tindle)
The parade, organised by Ross Lions featured members of all of the town’s youth groups from Scouts and Guides to Brownies, Cubs and Rainbows.
Happy faces relish being part of the torchlight parade. (Tindle)
The parade departed from Brookend Street led by Scouts carrying a flaming torch while the rest of the parade had an incredible array of lanterns and torches were used by the youth groups.
Young girls from Rainbows take part in the parade. (Tindle)
The parade then weaved its way through to Broad Street followed by Santa on his sleigh, and were greeted by the Mayor of Ross, Cllr Bev Pope as it reached the Market House, where the large crowd was waiting.
Brownies march through Brookend Street. (Tindle)
Children under the age of 13 received a present from Santa under the arches of the Market House.
The parade arrives at the town’s Market House. (Tindle)
The festive parade marches through Broad Street. (Tindle)
All ages get involved in the torchlight parade. (Tindle)
Santa departs his sleigh as it arrives at the Market House. (Tindle)