IT’S the most wonderful time of the year.

Winchester city centre is now illuminated by festive lights following the official Christmas switch on in The Broadway.

The evening of entertainment was hosted by Heart Radio’s Jonny Meah.

Pilgrims’ School Chamber Choir, The Spitfire Sisters, Harestock Primary School, Integr8 Dance, Theatre Royal, Rock Choir, Winchester A Capella, Winchester University Buskers Society and Body Translation Dance all providing entertainment in the build up to hitting the big red button.

More including professional photographs from the evening to follow…