CHRISTMAS truly began for St Mary’s School in Burnham as it held its annual Christmas Bazaar.

Run by the school’s PTFA, The Paddlers, all of the children were invited to come to school dressed in Christmas fancy dress.

After the pupils enjoyed a Christmas lunch, Burnham Mayor Ron Pratt officially opened the bazaar to raise funds for the school.

Headteacher Geraldine Denham-Hale said: “It was a great event, as always. A huge thank you goes out to the Paddlers and especially to the Chairperson, Beccy Haley, for organising such a successful day and getting us all in the Christmas mood, ready for the month ahead!”