WALTHAM Abbey's Christmas lights will be turned on following a festive parade this Friday (November 27).

The town's Cavalcade of Light procession sets off at 7pm from Cornmill car park, featuring floats such as Santa's sleigh, and will travel through Abbey Church car park, Church Street, Market Square and Sun Street.

The lights will then be switched on oustide the Town Hall by Mayor Cllr Ricky Gadsby.