IT’S beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Stratford.
The town’s Christmas lights were switched on on Saturday (November 15), with a packed programme of entertainment throughout the day to celebrate.
A giant snow globe, Santa carriage rides, toy soldiers and fairies were among the attractions, as well as live music and roaming performers.
Christmas market stalls offered gifts and festive food and drink.
On the main stage school choirs and professional singers entertained the crowds with Christmas classics.
The big switch-on was carried out by Father Christmas and Mrs Christmas, with their helper for the day, Stratford mayor Coun Dani Hunter.
The event was organised by Stratford BID, Stratford Lights Company, Stratford Town Council, Magic Alley and Bell Court.
The festive lights display in Stratford has been illuminating the town over the Christmas period since 1983 and is considered to be one of the finest in the UK.
