Christmas fairs have brought endless fun and festivity to the area over the decades.
Today we are looking back at a selection of these entertaining events from Christmas past around Suffolk.
Sadly, many events are having to be cancelled or going online this year because of Covid-19 restrictions.
But it has been a different story over the years, with families pouring into halls and community centres to join in the seasonal activities and meet Father Christmas.
A special guest at one of the events featured here was actress Linda Cunningham, who opened the Britannia Road Christmas Fair in Ipswich in December 1971.
Do these photos bring back memories? Email judy.rimmer@archant.co.uk or write to Judy Rimmer, Newsroom, 120 Princes Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 1RS.
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