It’s what we’ve all being waiting for - the Christmas countdown is well and truly underway.

The date for Watford's intu Christmas lights-switch-on has now been announced, and will take place on November 10.

SEE LAST YEAR'S EVENT: Local hero Brooke Cornwell and Watford FC players switch on Christmas lights in Watford.

Radio 1 presenter Chris Stark was today confirmed as the star who will turn on the lights.