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PICTURES: It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Arbroath

Arbroath town centre was full of festive fun before Friday night's Christmas lights switch-on.

Santa with Mason Gibson who is 8 months old and mum Steph. Image: Paul Reid
Santa with Mason Gibson who is 8 months old and mum Steph. Image: Paul Reid

Arbroath got into the festive spirit for the switch-on of the town’s Christmas lights.

The High Street hosted an afternoon festive fair, with a selection of stalls for locals and visitors to enjoy.

It was the warm-up for the main event when Santa put in an appearance for the lights switch-on in Kirk Square.

There was a host of entertainment in the lead up to the event.

Notorious Dance, Dance JC, Shane Doyle and Legacy Dance all performed.

And Arbroath Pipe Band played for Santa’s arrival.

The volunteers who put on the Christmas lights thanked locals for their support in ensuring the event’s success.

Our photographer Paul Reid captured the Arbroath fun.

Santa poses with the crowd.
Dance groups show off their dance moves.
Youngsters enjoying the Christmas fun.
Joni Davidson at her JoJo’s Bakes stall.
Youngster Lennox Sutherland switches on the tree lights with the help of Sandy Beedie.
Staicey Caird and Reighanne Lawson on their Walker Massage stall.
Shane Doyle entertains the crowds with his songs.
Robert Steven gets a soaking from 9 year old Keaton Cowie.
Last minute preparations for the dancers.
Youngsters showing off their dancing skills.
The crowd enjoy the show.
Youngsters having fun.
Young spectator enjoying the Christmas magic.
People enjoying the Arbroath Christmas market and festive lights.
Arbroath Pipe Band head up the High Street.
Arbroath Christmas market tree.