10 of the best pictures from the Jarrow Christmas lights switch-on

By The Newsroom

Published 25th Nov 2018, 15:04 GMT

Updated 25th Nov 2018, 17:30 GMT

Festive fever landed in Jarrow with the annual Christmas lights switch-on.

Hundreds of people gathered outside of Jarrow’s Town Hall to take part in the festivities officially marking the start of Christmas in the town. Here's 10 great pictures from the event:

The countdown to Christmas is officially underway in Jarrow

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Just look at that face of wonder.

placeholder image — Just look at that face of wonder.

St Bedes RC Primary School choir provided some of the entertainment

placeholder image — St Bedes RC Primary School choir provided some of the entertainment

He's keeping warm in festive fashion!

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There are some impressive hats here - and look at those earmuffs!

placeholder image — There are some impressive hats here - and look at those earmuffs!

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