Despite the poor weather, scores of people turned out in Liskeard to see mayor Tony Powell light up the town. Events took place throughout the day, kicking off with carols in the Liskeard and District Museum and entertainment in the Public Hall.

See this week's Cornish Times for details on Christmas lights switch ons in Looe, Liskeard, Callington, Torpoint, Polperro and Landrake.