Even with the Met Office yellow weather warning leading to a significant reduction in festivities, there was still plenty of fun to be had. Jugglers, acrobats and living statues entertaining the crowds – with Father Christmas himself also making an appearance.
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The mayor and mayoress of Fareham, Fred and Lisa Birkett – alongside the winner of Fareham Borough Council’s summer colouring competition Quinten Fok, seven – pulled the plunger and the town was illuminated in dazzling colours.
Cllr Birkett said: “It was brilliant to see so many people down here from Fareham to celebrate the community we have”
Nick Parbutt, CEO of Toob – which sponsored the event – said: “Toob are very happy to sponsor the Fareham Christmas light switch-on. We hope everyone enjoys the event and we are very happy to support and be a part of an event that brings the local community together in the run up to the festive period.”
1. Fareham Christmas lights switch-on
Bagging a top spot to watch the Christmas lights being turned on in Fareham on November 18. Photo: Mike Cooter (181123)
2. Fareham Christmas lights switch-on
The Worship Mayor of Fareham councillor Fred Birkett with Mayoress Lisa Birkett and art competition winner Quinton Fok (7) launch the Fareham Christmas lights. Picture: Mike Cooter (181123) Photo: Mike Cooter
3. Fareham Christmas lights switch-on
Madison Bailey (5) and Felicity Waite (7) get to see Santa in West Street, Fareham. Picture: Mike Cooter (181123) Photo: Mike Cooter
4. Fareham Christmas lights switch-on
The Christmas lights in West Street, Fareham. Picture: Mike Cooter (181123) Photo: Mike Cooter