Rolling Stone Ronnie to ignite Hampstead lights
ONE of the most famous rock stars in the world is set to be the star guest at the Christmas lighting up ceremony in Hampstead. Ronnie Wood has been booked to appear at the festive event, organised by NW3Hampstead traders organisation, on Saturday. The ce
ONE of the most famous rock stars in the world is set to be the star guest at the Christmas lighting up ceremony in Hampstead.
Ronnie Wood has been booked to appear at the festive event, organised by NW3Hampstead traders' organisation, on Saturday.
The celebrated guitarist, who lives in Belsize Park, is most famous for his 30-year career with The Rolling Stones but was also in The Faces with Rod Stewart.
He has also carved a successful career as a world-renowned artist.
Linda Chung, Hampstead councillor and chairwoman of NW3Hampstead, said: "We are delighted to have such a well-known and talented person to switch on our lights this year.
"Ronnie Wood is an icon and I'm sure the people of Hampstead will welcome him to the Village this weekend."
Most Read
- 1 Alexandra Palace: 2 hospitalised in Red Bull's Soapbox Race
- 2 I want to philately! Freddie Mercury’s stamp collection goes on display
- 3 Five classic Rolling Stones moments at BST Hyde Park
- 4 In pictures: Wacky racers descend on Alexandra Palace for soapbox challenge
- 5 Bentley Motor blue plaque in North London 'prized off wall and stolen'
- 6 Camden watchmaker launches crowdfunding campaign
- 7 The Rolling Stones prove rock ‘n’ roll is alive and kicking at Hyde Park
- 8 Start-up delivers home cooked meals to your door
- 9 Opening date confirmed for new Finchley Road Aldi
- 10 Fences and padlocks at Primrose Hill once again
See this week's Ham&High for a pullout supplement dedicated to the Hampstead Lighting Up ceremony
