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Mayor of Wolverhampton hosts magical Christmas parties for schoolchildren

The Mayor of Wolverhampton, Councillor Craig Collingswood, brought festive cheer to primary school pupils across the city by hosting a series of Christmas parties in the Mayor’s Parlour.

By contributor Tim Clark
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The parlour was transformed into a winter wonderland, with decorations and twinkling lights to set the scene for the celebrations.

Local radio personality Dicky Dodd compered the event, keeping the children entertained with games and laughter throughout the afternoon.

The Mayor of Wolverhampton, Cllr Craig Collingswood, hosted Christmas parties for children from across the city.
The Mayor of Wolverhampton, Cllr Craig Collingswood, hosted Christmas parties for children from across the city.

The highlight of the parties came with a surprise visit from Father Christmas and Rudolph, who delighted the children with festive fun and gifts. Adding to the excitement, stars from the Grand Theatre’s pantomime Sleeping Beauty joined the festivities. The children were thrilled to meet Debra Stephenson, who plays the Queen, and Zac Douglas, who stars as the herald.

Debra Stephenson and Zac Douglas, who play the Queen and the herald in the Grand Theatre's production of Sleeping Beauty popped along to surprise the children along with Father Christmas and Rudoph
Debra Stephenson and Zac Douglas, who play the Queen and the herald in the Grand Theatre's production of Sleeping Beauty popped along to surprise the children along with Father Christmas and Rudoph

The children enjoyed party food, took part in lively games and left with a present to take home.

The Mayor said: “It was wonderful to welcome so many young people into the Mayor’s Parlour and see their faces light up with joy.

"Christmas is about community, kindness, and sharing special moments, and these parties captured all of that perfectly.

The Mayor with panto stars Debra Stephenson, Zac Douglas and Rudolph.
The Mayor with panto stars Debra Stephenson, Zac Douglas and Rudolph.

“I want to thank everyone who helped make the events so magical, especially Dicky Dodd, the Grand Theatre cast and of course Father Christmas and Rudolph. The laughter and excitement of the children truly made this festive season brighter.”