Drive-in Nativity is the star of Weymouth

More than 100 cars have been parked up to watch on the big screen

Author: Maria GreenwoodPublished 17th Dec 2020

We're having to do things differently this Christmas because of coronavirus, but how about a Drive-in Nativity?

Organisers of the event at Weymouth Park and Ride say it's been a big success.

Neil Biles, one of the organisers, said:

"The fantastic team of volunteers rose to the challenge of getting 110 cars safely parked and ensuring everyone could see and hear which contributed to a fun, stress-free and safe event for everyone who came"

One resident at the event commented:

"We loved it, it was brilliant. Our car was very noisy with hearty singing! Well done to everyone concerned, from the sponsors to the event organisers, well done Weymouth community!"

Free Nativity activity packs which were given to all attendees. The packs were sponsored by Weymouth Town Council and the Let's Make it community group.

Julie Hursthouse, Community Development Officer for Weymouth Town Council, and her team put together 340 packs for the three-night event.

Julie said:

"It was a huge task for our team to fill the activity packs, but it was so worth it to see the excited children (and adults) when they received them. Each pack was made up well in advance to keep within the Covid rules."

Cllr Gill Taylor said:

"I am very pleased that Weymouth Town Council and Dorset Council were able to sponsor this event along with many other partners and churches. I'm so proud of our community minded staff and volunteers for once again putting Weymouth on the map with their dedication and forward thinking."

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