Magical world of lights

Alex Goodhind was so determined his Christmas decorations would be the best ever this year, he took more than four weeks off work to prepare them.

And with more than 180,000 bulbs, a searchlight that can be seen for almost four miles and an estimated £1,000 electricity bill for the month, he certainly didn’t disappoint. Indeed, his neighbours say you can see this extraordinary collection from space.

He took a break from delighting the locals in 2010 and 2011.

He said: ‘I’ve been collecting lights and decorations for years, so it’s just sort of grown. There are some new pieces I’m particularly excited about.’

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