The countdown to Christmas officially began this weekend as hundreds gathered in Farnham for a spectacular festive lights switch-on event.
On Saturday at Gostrey Meadow, the town’s Christmas lights were turned on by the mayor, town crier, and a special guest.
On Saturday at Gostrey Meadow, the town’s Christmas lights were turned on by the mayor, town crier, and a special guest.
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00:00And now, I'm sorry, but what we've got going on here, congratulations.
00:05Give everybody a wave if you leave.
00:08Incredible!
00:09Ten acts or so gone now.
00:11I'll tell you, we're going to be approaching a thousand people on this stage tonight.
00:16Incredible, great people.
00:19It's going to be pretty amazing along the lines.
00:21Thank you very much.
00:22I'm just collecting all the microphones tonight.
00:25Hiya, how you doing?
00:26Oh, sorry, I didn't know you.
00:29Thank you very much.
00:35Hi there, if you're just arriving, a very warm good afternoon.
00:37Welcome to the Father of Christmas Lights Tournament.
00:41Half past four, we're going to do this.
00:43If you've ever come to a big screen, you'll see a lot of people.
00:46It's a very accurate time for the moment.
00:48Half past four, we're going to turn on the lights.
00:50We've got the most amazing band.
00:56Thank you, mate.