The Stevenage Christmas lights switch-on attracted quite a crowd on Saturday, despite Storm Bert's best efforts to dampen spirits.

People enjoyed festive stalls, face painting, a snow globe, Christmas market and live music.

The Abilities in Me choir took to the stage for a heart-warming performance.The Abilities in Me choir took to the stage for a heart-warming performance. (Image: Stevenage Borough Council)

A heart-warming highlight was a performance from the children and parents who make up The Abilities in Me choir.

The Abilities in Me Foundation is a charity set up by Stevenage mum Gemma Keir, who has written a series of books promoting inclusion and celebrating ability in children with additional needs.

The Christmas market offered lots of tasty treats.The Christmas market offered lots of tasty treats. (Image: Stevenage Borough Council) In a change of tempo, garage music legends DJ Luck & MC Neat also took to the stage, alongside pop singer Channy.

Santa was handing out gifts to children on the day.Santa was handing out gifts to children on the day. (Image: Stevenage Borough Council)Meanwhile, people had the chance to meet TikTok star Sevda, and Santa was handing out gifts to children.