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Unfortunately, like many events this year, the Christmas lights switch on event in Fareham has been cancelled due to the Coronavirus pandemic and the current Government restrictions.
Whilst there will be no public event this year, the Christmas lights in the town centre will still be switched on and will stay on throughout December. The lights will be on from Monday 23rd November, so those visiting Fareham for essential purposes throughout the lockdown will be able enjoy them.
Hopefully, once the national lockdown ends, and shops are able to re-open (from 3 December subject to any further restrictions), everyone will have the opportunity to enjoy the festive lights.
Check back here for further updates!
Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, unfortunately the usual festive Town Centre celebrations cannot take place this year; however to kick start the Christmas spirit you can see the celebrations that took place last year by following this You Tube link. 
Instead, we have created a virtual Christmas Market where you can still take a look at some of the stall holders and local businesses that would have come along to our Christmas market to help you continue your festive shopping throughout December.
If you are a local business and would like to be added to the Virtual Christmas market please email the name of your business, what you sell, a link to your website and a photo of your products to leisure@fareham.gov.uk
| Trader name | Description of items for sale |
Online Shop; Website; Facebook page link |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa's Art Design | Gifts | |
|
Bright Eyes Hats
|
Light up hats and laces |
https://brighteyeshats.com/ |
| Sunshine Pours Amore | Acrylic paint pouring art and jewellery | |
|
Measure to Measure |
Celebration pop up cards |
www.popupcardsdirect.co.uk |
| All about the maps | Fantasy maps |
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/allaboutthemaps?ref=seller-platform-mcnav |
| Kataz Crafts | Albums, note books, digital design paper and more. |
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/KaTazCrafts?ref=notif_psffs§ion_id=1 |
| Madam Butterfly | Shabby Chic Modern Wall Art | www.etsy.com/uk/shop/MadambutterflyStore |
| Shoretees | Casual paddleboard wear - made from ethical and recycled materials |
|
|
Trader name
|
Description of items for sale |
Online Shop; Website; Facebook page link |
|---|---|---|
| Olliebelle Creations | Crafts, personalised gifts. |
www.olliebellecreations.co.uk |
| Trader name | Description of items for sale |
Online Shop; Website; Facebook page link |
|---|---|---|
| Bootleggers Bus | Bootleggers Bus | |
| The Firsty Foal | Alcoholic gift sets | |
| Wild Garlic Catering | Hog roast, BBQs, Buffets and more for parties and events | |
| MKS Food Distribution | Olives, Turkish delight, nuts, baklava and sweets. |
https://www.mksfooddistribution.com |
| Crepe Britain | Crepes and catering |
For more information or if you would like to be involved with the event next year, please email leisure@fareham.gov.uk
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