Residents and locals flooded the high street for Teddington Christmas Lights Up yesterday (23 November).

The High Street and Church Road were closed with the official switch on taking place later. Christmas lights were on the lampposts and trees across High Street, Broad Street, The Causeway and Church Road.

Teddington Christmas tree all lit up. The High Street and Church Road were closed with the official switch on taking place later. Christmas lights were on the lampposts and trees across High Street, Broad Street, The Causeway and Church Road.

Running the event was Teddington Together; a volunteer-led committee of local residents and business owners who aim to enhance the lifestyle and shopping experience of Teddington town folk. 

Lucy Rock, Treasurer of Teddington Together, the organisers of the lights, said: "Teddington has a unique charm which we are passionate about celebrating."

Crowds of residents and locales read for the switch-on. (Photo: Heather Nicholls)

The night included live music, shops open late, stalls, children's rides on Church Road, mulled wine, food tastings and so much more.

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Mulled wine anyone? Local business spreading the festive cheer. (Photo: Heather Nicholls)

The local traders worked hard to provide their own local entertainment and refreshments to make it a memorable evening for everyone. 

Champagne was also on the cards. (Photo: Heather Nicholls)

Lights Up started with an indoor Christmas market, hosted by the Con Club on Stanley Road. There were lots of different stalls for festive gifts and decoration needs.  

It was followed by the ever popular lantern procession starting on Church Road and going down Broad Street.

Santa and his rotary sleigh. (Photo: Heather Nicholls)

Church Road was closed for the night as it was filled with more stalls, children's rides and live music outside Roan Records provided by local DJ Erold Ashley. 

Choir singing carols. (Photo: Heather Nicholls)

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There were live performances on the High Street stage from Richmond Theatre, local musicians and Tom Speight.

Twickenham Fire station was present, located near Cote on the High Street, along with the Salvation Army Band.

RNLI, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Choir, Teddington Rugby and The Rotary Club brought their own festive entertainment to the night throughout Teddington.

The Lensbury Club sponsored the event. (Photo: Heather Nicholls)

Teddington Together partnered with 114, The Lensbury and Ruba and additional sponsors Shambles, Cafe Benedict, Teddington Con Club, Holmes & Daughters and The Park to bring the annual Christmas festival.

Local restaurant cooking for the hungry residents. (Photo: Heather Nicholls)