Northampton's Christmas decorations through the decades in pictures

From bows to baubles, tinsel to trees, Santa to sleighs, Northampton has entered into the Christmas spirit over the years decking the streets for shoppers.
An x-ray of the buzzard revealed a shotgun pellet near its spine and a broken wingAn x-ray of the buzzard revealed a shotgun pellet near its spine and a broken wing
An x-ray of the buzzard revealed a shotgun pellet near its spine and a broken wing

In the late 1950s and early 1960s, Gold Street traders bought decorations from Oxford Street and Regent Street in London giving some memorable displays. In recent times, festive fashions and decorations have changed but the sight of Christmas lights still brings pleasure to many as they go about their business.