Durham BID has announced who will be turning on the city’s annual Christmas lights this year.

Former Durham City Police Inspector Dave Clarke, now general manager of Durham Cats and Dogs Home, and City of Durham parish clerk Adam Shanley have been announced by Durham BID as this year’s local hero winners.

placeholder image — Former Durham City Police Inspector Dave Clarke, now general manager of Durham Cats and Dogs Home, and City of Durham parish clerk Adam Shanley. | Contributed

The duo will join the Mayor of Durham, Councillor Amanda Hopgood, and a host of special guests to switch on the Christmas lights at the Durham Christmas Sparkle event on Sunday, November 29.

Adam said: “Organisers obviously didn’t have the budget for Ant and Dec so they’ve chosen Ad and Dave instead”.

Durham BID was overwhelmed with applications following its appeal for the public to nominate local heroes deserving of a moment in the festive spotlight.

The nominations celebrated people whose kindness, community spirit and commitment make Durham a special place.

Residents and visitors are invited to join Dave, Adam and the Mayor on November 29 as Durham Christmas Sparkle brings the community together to celebrate the start of the festive season.