Want to switch on Shepton Mallet’s Christmas lights? Here’s your chance

By Laura Linham 17th Sep 2025

Local News by Laura Linham 17th Sep 2025

Design this year's town Christmas card – and flick the switch in front of the crowds

Fancy lighting up Shepton Mallet this Christmas? The Town Council is running its annual Christmas Card Competition – and the winner will get to switch on the lights at the town's big festive event.

The competition is open to everyone. Just grab the official template, get creative with your design, and send it in before the deadline. The winner must be free to hit the big switch at 4pm on Sunday 30th November.

Entries need to arrive by Sunday 23rd November and should be posted to:

Shepton Mallet Town Council

1 Park Road

Shepton Mallet

BA4 5BS

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Download the template and full entry details here: https://sheptonmallet-tc.gov.uk/2025/09/14/christmas-card-competition-2

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