MUSKET fire will greet the switching on of the Christmas lights in Wimborne next month.

The Wimborne Militia will be on-hand on November 30, when a special event will take place in the town square.

Meanwhile, a Christmas Market is planned for the High Street car park, with festivities and entertainment running throughout the day, starting at 1pm.

The lights will be switched on at 4.30pm, while the militia will fire muskets on Minster Green at 5.15pm.

“It promises to be a fun-filled event for the whole family, and everyone is welcome to attend,” said a spokesperson for Wimborne Town Council, which has organised the event.