When are Christmas lights being switched on in Shropshire? Full list of dates and times

As the cold nights creep in, there's a little sparkly something missing from Shropshire’s high streets.

The countdown to Christmas is officially on, and teams of elves are busy festooning strings of lights on high streets around the county.

From magical lantern parades and bustling Christmas markets and visits with the big man himself, there will soon be plenty of festive fun for all the family to enjoy at switch-on events near you.

We've rounded details of some of the best Christmas light switch-ons taking place across Shropshire this November, so you can start planning your festive outings.

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Shrewsbury - Wednesday, November 18 from 4.30pm to 7pm

Shrewsbury is hosting live music, entertainment and activities to fill the town's square. Lights switch-on at 6.30pm.

Oswestry - Thursday, November 19 from 4pm

Expect carols, festive fun and entertainment served up alongside warming food and drink. Lights switch-on at 6.30pm.

Market Drayton - Saturday, November 21 from 10am

Market Drayton's Festival of Lights provides a full day of live music, a Christmas market and plenty of food and drink vendors. Lights switch-on at 5pm.

Whitchurch - Saturday, November 21 from 12pm to 6pm

Alongside a Christmas market, live entertainment and children’s fair rides, the event will also feature the annual Citizen of the Year reveal. Lights switch-on at 5pm.

Newport - Saturday, November 28 from 10am

A festive street market will be taking over the town with a full day of live entertainment and festive fun. Lights switch-on at 5pm.

Much Wenlock - Thursday, November 26 from 5.30pm

Live entertainment from 5.30pm, with lights switching on at 6.15pm.

Ellesmere - Friday, November 27 from 4pm

Shropshire’s secret ‘Lake District’ is hosting its annual Winter Festival, with lantern parade, live music, children’s activities and a Santa’s Grotto.

Bridgnorth - Friday, November 27 from 4pm to 8pm

Bridgnorth High Street and Central Court is set to come alive with live music, fun fair and festive stalls. Light switch-on at 6pm.

Madeley - Saturday, November 28 from 12pm

Madeley's annual event features a Christmas street market, family-friendly activities, Santa’s grotto and the grand finale lights switch-on at 5pm.

Ludlow - Saturday, November 28

Part of the town’s Winter Festival running from Friday to Sunday, bringing festive cheer to the town with a magical blend of events and activities. The much-anticipated Christmas light switch-on is planned for Saturday at 5.30pm.

Wellington, Telford - Saturday, November 28 from 12pm

An afternoon of free family fun is planned across the town followed by the switch-on in the Square at 5pm.

Church Stretton - Saturday, November 28 from 12pm to 7pm

An afternoon of festive celebrations is planned in Church Stretton - including live music, festive food and drink and a visit from Santa. Lights switch-on around 5pm.

Broseley - Saturday, November 28 from 3pm to 8pm

It's a festive fun-day in Broseley town centre, featuring indoor craft stalls, school choirs, street food, live music, fun fair, and Santa himself Lights switch-on at 6.30pm.

Ironbridge - Saturday, November 28 from 12pm to 8pm.

An afternoon of joviality is planned in the stunning setting of Ironbridge, featuring a Christmas market and family friendly entertainment. The lights switch-on will be accompanied by fireworks at 6pm.