POOR weather didn't dampen enthusiasm at Rawtenstall Market as stallholders staged their 10th annual Christmas Fantasia.

The day of costumes, decorations and special attractions attracted flocks of visitors.

There was an appearance by the Britannia Coconutters, music and song from St Peter's Choir and children's entertainment from Lorenzo the clown and Mrs E.

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