The lights fantastic: Former Pop Idol star Gareth Gates entertains the crowd at Wigan's Christmas lights switch-on

By Holly Pritchard

Published 27th Nov 2022, 14:34 GMT

Former Pop Idol star Gareth Gates entertained the crowd last night (Saturday) as part of a brilliant evening of fun at the Wigan Christmas lights switch-on.

The event was part of a series of seasonal festivities planned for the borough and organised by Wigan Council for Frost Fest 2022.

Enjoy the pictures ...

Wigan Christmas Lights Switch On Frost Fest 2022. Main event, Gareth Gates. Photo: Julian Brown

Wigan Christmas Lights Switch On Frost Fest 2022. All lit-up and looking Christmassy. Photo: Julian Brown

Crowds gather for the Wigan Christmas Lights Switch On Frost Fest 2022. Photo: Julian Brown

On they go! Photo: Julian Brown

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