The community were out in large numbers on Friday as the countdown to Christmas began - with Father Christmas himself making an appearance and Emsworth’s traditional Lobster Pot Tree also making an appearance.
See pictures from the occasion below:
5. Emsworth Christmas Lights
Emsworth Christmas Lights were switched on during Friday evening, November 28, 2025, in St Peter's Square, Emsworth. Picture: Sarah Standing (281125-7460) Photo: Sarah Standing
6. Emsworth Christmas Lights
Emsworth Christmas Lights were switched on during Friday evening, November 28, 2025, in St Peter's Square, Emsworth. Picture: Sarah Standing (281125-7430) Photo: Sarah Standing
7. Emsworth Christmas Lights
Emsworth Christmas Lights were switched on during Friday evening, November 28, 2025, in St Peter's Square, Emsworth. Picture: Sarah Standing (281125-3232) Photo: Sarah Standing
8. Emsworth Christmas Lights
Emsworth Christmas Lights were switched on during Friday evening, November 28, 2025, in St Peter's Square, Emsworth. Pictured is: Children singing from Thorney Island Community Primary School. Picture: Sarah Standing (281125-3228) Photo: Sarah Standing