THE fantastic event that was the Hockley Christmas lights switch-on has been captured in many fantastic snaps.

From young talent and a Britain’s Got Talent choir performing on the Spa Road stage, to reindeer and stormtroopers making an appearance, the memories will last a lifetime.

Scroll down to see some great pictures from the 2023 event.

Echo: First time - trader Melissa Hastings, by Newsquest

Echo: Happy - Stewart Taylor, by Newsquest

Echo: Good evening out - Vikki McKay, Dan Bray and their little boy, by Newsquest

Echo: Photo opportunity - inflatable snow globe, by Newsquest

Echo: Special guests - reindeer, by Newsquest

Echo: Feeling festive - the Christmas jumper competition, by Newsquest

Echo: Furry friend getting involved - Hockley East ward Conservative councillor Eileen Gladsdon and her dog Poppy wearing a Christmas jumper, by Newsquest

Echo: Special appearance - Stormtroopers, by Newsquest

Echo: Little stars - Sparrows Performing Arts School, by Newsquest

Echo: Busy - Spa Road, by Newsquest

Echo: Illuminating - the lights, by Newsquest

Echo: Choir - The Big Sing, by Newsquest

Echo: Merry Christmas - sign, by Newsquest

Echo: Dazzling - Christmas tree, by Newsquest

Echo: Display - old spa house, by Newsquest