The event began with a live performance from the London International Gospel Choir.
Nicole Scherzinger has turned on the Covent Garden Christmas lights in a festive event filled with song and dance.
The event, which was hosted by reality stars and NewlyWeds podcast hosts Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo, began with a live performance from the London International Gospel Choir.Huge Christmas tree in Covent GardenHabboo and Laing began a countdown before the festive lights, covering areas including the Market Building and a 60ft Christmas tree, were turned on at 5.45pm by former Pussycat Dolls singer Scherzinger.
Inside Covent Garden’s Market Building this year there are more than 40 bells with bows, 12 giant baubles and eight spinning mirror balls.
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