AN exciting annual festive event is all set for its return to light up the centre of Maldon.

Maldon Town Council is hosting its annual Christmas shopping and light switch on event again next month.

The High Street will be closed from 2pm onwards, with lights being turned on at 5pm by the Town Mayor from the Moot Hall Balcony.

There will be more than 100 stalls from local businesses in the High Street for the busy event.

A spokesman for Maldon Town Council said: “As in previous years the Christmas Fair will offer an evening of entertainment and late night shopping supporting the local businesses plus over 100 stalls lining the High Street offering festive craft, food and drink.”

The event is on Thursday, November 30 from 4pm to 9pm.