A large crowd of residents and visitors braved the wet and windy weather on Sunday 2nd December to attend the annual Christmas Lights switch on. BBC South Today presenter, Sally Taylor, MBE, together with the Mayor counted down the seconds until the lights came on at 5.00pm.

Thank you to Kennet Radio, the Town Band, Theatre Company, Rock Choir, Primary School and Nicholas Lumley for providing the festive entertainment and music. We were lucky that Father Christmas had time to make a special appearance. Thank you also to the Town and Manor of Hungerford for their generous donation towards the main Christmas tree.We are very grateful to the many local residents and businesses who made donations towards the cost of the installation of the lights.Thank you for your generosity.