CHRISTMAS has come to the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow with its annual festive lights switch-on event.

The hospital's Christmas tree was illuminated by 11-year-old Lucas Shreenan, who lives with Autism, a rare chromosomal condition, and a complex gastro condition. 

Lucas was chosen to switch on the lights after designing a bauble which will raise funds for the hospital. 

Glasgow Times: Lucas with the bauble he designedLucas with the bauble he designed (Image: GCHC)

Lucas is frequently in the hospital around Christmas and he wore his favourite Elf costume from the popular Will Ferrell movie, which he wears to bring a cheer to hospital staff and his friends. 

His mum Mel said: "Lucas is obsessed with Christmas and dresses up as an elf every year.

"He always shouts quotes from Elf and when we go to Asda, he gets on the escalator like Buddy the Elf."

Kirsten Watson, CEO at Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity, said: "It’s important to help create lasting memories for children and families who won’t be at home over Christmas.

"This event heralds the start of a packed programme of fun events, visits and experiences for our patients and families, and I’d like to thank Enviraz for once again sponsoring our Christmas tree.

"Lucas's story is one of resilience and joy, and his role in lighting up our Christmas tree as well as his work designing our Christmas bauble embodies the spirit of the season."

Glasgow's Children's Hospital Charity is offering supporter the chance to receive a Christmas bauble designed by Lucas and hand made by volunteers for a donation of £10. 

You can find out more at gchc.scot/elf.