CHRISTMAS PAST: A look back at Mansfield Christmas light events over the years

By Kate Mason

Published 5th Nov 2025, 09:00 BST

The countdown is on and Christmas is around the corner so what better way to get in the mood then look at festive photos from years gone by.

We have dusted off some Christmas light switch on pictures from over the years – do you recognise anyone you know?

Mansfield Christmas lights big switch on in 2018. Photo: Anne Shelley

Sutton In Ashfield Christmas lights switch on, pictured is six-year-old Sapphire Sima with Santa in 2018. Photo: Rachel Atkins

Ollerton Christmas lights switched on in 2018. Please to meet you Santa, I've been such a good boy! Photo: Anne Shelley

Mansfield Christmas lights switch on 2018. Photo: Anne Shelley

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