And the Christmas lights switch is one of the biggest events in the town’s calendar every year. Held in and around the town hall, a festive market, visit from Santa, fairground rides and other attractions the event attracts a couple of thousand people every year.
Here is a selection of photos of this fantastic event down the years.
21. Christmas lights switch on events in Padiham over the years from 2011
. Photo: Andrew Smith
22. Christmas lights switch on events in Padiham over the years from 2011
. Photo: Andrew Smith
23. Christmas lights switch on events in Padiham over the years from 2011
. Photo: Andrew Smith
24. Christmas lights switch on events in Padiham over the years from 2011
The late former Mayor of Padiham, Coun. Jean Cunningham with Glenis McNamara, Ann Clark and Kathleen Armfield on the Padiham archive stall. Photo: Andrew Smith
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