Festive Christmas light switch-on events scheduled across UK regions

Christmas lights festive season Berkshire West Lancashire holiday celebrations

Various towns and boroughs across the United Kingdom have announced their upcoming Christmas light switch-on events for November 2026.

In Berkshire, Eton will host its festivities on November 12, featuring a chapel service, procession, and light switch-on at Jubilee Square. Newbury and Windsor are both scheduled for November 14, with Windsor featuring entertainment from the Theatre Royal Windsor’s pantomime cast. Reading is also listed as a location for Christmas celebrations.

In West Lancashire, Skelmersdale will hold its event on November 15, followed by Ormskirk on November 22. These events will include live entertainment, street performers, and artisan markets. The winner of the West Lancashire Council’s 2026 Christmas card design competition will participate in the official switch-on alongside Mayor Janet Ingman.

Entities

Berkshire · Janet Ingman · Theatre Royal Windsor · West Lancashire · West Lancashire Borough Council

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