"It gets everyone excited for Christmas."

Thousands of people were in Winchester City Centre to enjoy the entertainment compered by @JonnyMeah organised by @WinchesterBID and supported by several sponsors and volunteers from community oganisations including a vist by Santa.

PHOTOS: Joy in the city centre as Christmas Lights are turned on by community hero

Thank you to everyone who helped make yesterday's #WinchesterUK Christmas Lights Switch On such a wonderful event! Congratulations to the inspirational George Hatt and his sister Jess, this year's local heroes who switched on the lights! #FestiveWinch