Sparkling Christmas windows brighten up Worthing town centre and shoppers are asked to vote for their favourite

Shoppers are being asked to vote for their favourite Christmas window display as Worthing Town Centre Business Improvement District launches this year’s Christmas Window Display Competition.

Local businesses are celebrating creativity, festive spirit and community pride in a range of show window designs, capturing the magic of Christmas.

Jenevieve French, events and marketing assistant, said: "Our Christmas Window Display Competition is a highlight of the festive season. It’s a wonderful way for the community to support local businesses and enjoy the magical atmosphere they help create. We encourage everyone to take a stroll through the town centre, enjoy the displays, and cast their vote.”

From sparkling lights to imaginative festive scenes, participating businesses across the town centre have transformed their shopfronts to bring joy to the community throughout the holiday season.

Voting is now open and runs until December 26. You can vote in two ways, by email to [email protected] or online via the official voting link at docs.google.com/forms/d/1MbzgYsm5UxHPIy1yuEXQyHkfQLIc_K3dI8n4HOZ_qSk/edit

Winners will be selected based on creativity, festivity and originality. A trophy will be awarded to the first place winner and second and third place will each receive certificates recognising their outstanding displays.

The competition forms part of the wider Love Worthing Christmas campaign, aimed at celebrating and supporting Worthing’s vibrant local businesses during the festive shopping period.

Hannah Manzaroli, Worthing town centre manager, said: "These projects are very exciting and they add a fun and playful element to Christmas shopping. They give people a real reason to come out and experience Worthing in person rather than shopping online.

"We have some lovely independent shops and a wonderful food and drink scene so you might even discover something that surprises you along the way.

"This year has been challenging across the country, but our message is simple. Use it or lose it. Try Worthing before you look elsewhere. Our businesses and community groups have worked incredibly hard to offer something fresh and engaging and we are very proud that Worthing is home to such creativity.”