Christmas has been saved in Peterborough thanks to businesses and organisations in the city raising £56,000 to cover the cost of the switch-on event, Christmas tree and lights.

This has led to the city council inviting market traders and entertainers to join the festive season.

The successful applicants will operate from December 1 to December 24 in Cathedral Square, Bridge Street, and Long Causeway, from 10am to at least 5pm each day.

Traders are not required to commit to the entire month and can choose to be present on selected days.

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Leader of Peterborough City Council, Councillor Dennis Jones, said: “This is a great opportunity to be trading or performing in the centre of Peterborough at one of our busiest times of the year.

“Now Christmas is saved by local businesses and organisations, we are looking for festive market traders and performers to deliver that extra festive sprinkle for those in our city centre.”

Interested traders are encouraged to email market@peterborough.gov.uk for further details.

For more information, contact communications@peterborough.gov.uk or visit the council's website at peterborough.gov.uk.