Three, two, one - they're on! Southwater's tree is lit up to get Telford into the Christmas spirit
It's the first weekend of December and the festive season has started in earnest across the county.
In central Telford's Southwater, the annual Christmas Market has been up and running for days - but on Friday the tall festive tree near the library had its lights turned on.
Anna Turner, the Lord Lieutenant of Shropshire; Telford & Wrekin Council's deputy mayor, Councillor Ian Preece; and Councillor Raj Mehta formed the very well wrapped-up official party who completed the electrical circuit to bring the illumination into glorious life.
Freezing Arctic-like conditions greeted visitors to the 20-or so mainly food stalls in traditional wooden cabins. Woolly jumpers were also being sold from one of the stands.
There's also a big wheel, funfair rides and the Festive Tipi for music - and beer - to further entertain visitors.
