LYME Regis’ spectacular Christmas lights switch on takes place in Broad Street today (Saturday, November 27).

A Christmas illuminated carnival parade will make its way through the street followed by the switch on of the lights around 5.30pm performed by Santa who will be arriving on his sleigh.

It promises to be a fun packed event for all the family.

The day includes a free Christmas lantern workshop for families in Lyme Regis Baptist Church Pine Hall from 2pm.

The lanterns will be judged later and there’ll be prizes for the best entries in each of the age categories.

Lanterns made at home are welcome to enter.
The illuminated carnival including the parade of lanterns, majorettes and Santa begins at 5pm and will make its way down Broad Street to the Christmas tree at the Shambles/Bell Cliff.

After switching on the lights Santa will be mingling with the crowds.