Hundreds of residents turned out for the annual Christmas markets in Hailsham this weekend which saw festive stands and competitions.
The Hailsham Christmas markets both in the town centre and at the Farmers Market site saw shoppers visit the town centre for the traditional festive retail period and there was a range of stalls selling Christmas gifts, food and other locally sourced items, as well as plenty of festive refreshments on sale to tempt visitors including mulled wine, mulled cider and festive gin.
There was a programme of festive entertainment throughout the day with live music from The Sussex Stompers and The Chandeliers, and a concert of carols and Christmas music by Wealden Brass at Hailsham Parish Church.
Santa & His Sleigh, provided by Hailsham Rotary Club, also featured at the event handing out free sweets to children, and Hailsham FM played popular Christmas tunes throughout the day.
The winner of the Best Dressed Elf and Best Dressed Dog competitions were selected by judges at the Farmers Market after the parade which was led by a farmers tractor.
Photos: Paul Gibson
