TOWNS and villages wrapped up and braved the winter weather for their Christmas lights switch-on this weekend, with many places offering entertainment and the chance for little ones to meet Santa.

Our photographers were out and about to capture all the festive fun. Pictured here are just a selection of snaps from Machynlleth, Aberystwyth and Llanbadarn Fawr.

For pictures from a Christmas lights switch-on near you, pick up a copy of this week’s Cambrian News, available in shops and online on Wednesday