AFTER all the shops had closed in Redhill's Belfry Shopping Centre on Sunday, hundreds returned for a late evening carol concert.
The 21st annual Carols at the Belfry, organised by Churches Together in Redhill and District, featured Redhill Baptist Church Gospel Choir as well as traditional carols and readings.
The event also raised hundreds of pounds for the Mayor's Trust, which provides for residents in challenging circumstances, and Redhill Shopmobility, a campaign dedicated to making the town more accessible for those with mobility problems.
Andy Nash, centre manager, said: "Once again we transformed from a bustling shopping centre into a community cathedral.
"Against the X Factor final, the Strictly Come Dancing semi-final and Sports Personality of the Year, I was delighted that hundreds of local people still came out and joined our mayor and mayoress for this community carol service."
The hour-long service was recorded and will be broadcast on Radio Redhill on Sunday and again on Christmas Day at 9am. Redstone FM will air the performance on Sunday at 6pm and on Christmas Eve at 6pm.
