ROYAL Wootton Bassett will be lit up from 6pm tonight when the town's Christmas lights are officially switched on.

There be carol singing and stalls offering gifts, crafts and other goods for people to buy, entertainments and workshops.

Children will also be able to meet Father Christmas.

The High Street will be closed between 3pm and 9.30pm to allow the annual event to take place.

The closure will be from the Coxstalls roundabout to the Station Road junction.

A comprehensive traffic management plan, with diversions sign posted, will be in place and drivers should expect delays.

For more information call 01793 850222 or email enquires@royalwoottonbassett.gov.uk