The first signs of Christmas can be seen on Ipswich Waterfront with the installation of the bauble tree outside the University of Suffolk.
Workers have been spotted putting up the tree next to the main university building as the town looks to get ready for the festive season – with only 45 days left until the big day.
Councillor Sophie Connelly, Ipswich Borough Council portfolio holder for Culture and Customers, said: “We are pleased to again be installing a modern alternative Christmas tree in the Waterfront area this festive season.
"It’s the fifth year that the area has been lit up in this way, for the benefit of students and Waterfront visitors.”
For those who love the festive events there will be a number of Christmas markets taking place in and around the town, and some people may even see Santa Claus himself. .
The placement of a bauble tree on the Waterfront caused controversy when it replaced a traditional Christmas tree on the Cornhill back in 2016.
After complaints from local residents and councillors, a traditional Christmas tree was reinstated at the Cornhill.
The bauble one was moved close to the question mark sculpture at the University of Suffolk on the Waterfront.
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