Residents and visitors to Whiting Bay started their festive celebrations on the first day of December last Saturday with a tree lighting ceremony, mulled wine and Christmas carols, all taking place on the village green.
Greta Litton did the honour, given her duty as Bay Queen, in illuminating the tree with a wave of her magic wand to the hearty applause of the gathering who ventured out despite the cold.
The annual event, which was well-attended, also saw visitors enjoying festive treats and taking part in the Christmas carol singing.