Real donkey joins in with Brunswick community Christmas light switch-on event

Children from the Boys & Girls Club, at Blackpool Central Community Hub were delighted when the real life animal turned up for their festive switch-on event, last Friday (15 Dec).
By Lucinda Herbert
Published 19th Dec 2023, 14:17 GMT
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A donkey brought festive joy a community Christmas gathering.

Children from the Boys & Girls Club, at Blackpool Central Community Hub were delighted when the real life animal turned up for their festive switch-on event, last Friday (15 Dec).

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Paddy the donkey met excited youngsters in the Gorton Street Community Garden, for a bit of Nativity-themed magic.

Santa also stopped by on his sleigh, with presents for all the children.

Pictured is Breanna Iceton, aged 9.

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