Golf ace Padraig to switch on Christmas lights at Carton House

Irish golf hero Padraig Harrington will switch on the Christmas lights at Carton House on Sunday.

Padraig will join Charley-Ann Whelehan (9) from the Make-A-Wish Foundation at the festive ceremony which begins at 4pm.

Carton House (pictured) will once again host its Christmas tree lighting event in aid of Make-A-Wish Ireland, to help raise funds for the Foundation.

Padraig and his wife Caroline and their family will be joined by Charley-Ann and her family, Santa Claus, local and hotel guests, residents and friends for a night of festive fun with mulled wine, warming mince pies and joyful carols.