The cold snap didn’t deter people from attending the family fun event which included the much-anticipated arrival of Santa.
The crowds were entertained by various choirs before Santa and the Deputy Mayor of ABC Council, Councillor Kyle Savage, pushed the plunger to switch on the lights. Photographer Tony Hendron went along and captured a flavour of the celebrations.

13. Christmas Countdown
Looking the part in their Santa hats are Ava Thompson and Nicole Fox. LM48-240. Photo: TONY HENDRON

14. Christmas Countdown
Looking happy at the Brownlow lights switch on are from left, Ollie Lavery (6), Katie Tennyson (8), Lola Lavery (8) and Olivia Hughes (7). LM48-231. Photo: TONY HENDRON

15. Christmas Countdown
Members of the Moyraverty Arts and Drama Society perform onstage. LM48-224. Photo: TONY HENDRON

16. Christmas Countdown
Enjoying the Christmas atmosphere are from left, Emma Murtagh and children, Pippa (9), Ned (11) and Henry (7) and Joanne McGowan. LM48-228. Photo: TONY HENDRON

