IN PICTURES: Gainsborough sparkles at Christmas lights switch-ons

The countdown to Christmas in Gainsborough is officially underway!
The Market Place switch-on with Santa, the cast of Dick Whittington and local dignitaries. Photos by Chris Etchells.The Market Place switch-on with Santa, the cast of Dick Whittington and local dignitaries. Photos by Chris Etchells.
The Market Place switch-on with Santa, the cast of Dick Whittington and local dignitaries. Photos by Chris Etchells.

Crowds braved the chill on Friday evening to enjoy the sparkling festive lights switch-ons at Marshall's Yard and on the Market Place, followed by a spectacular fireworks display.