High standards in this year's Helston Christmas shop window competition caused a headache for judges.

The winners of the competition were announced this week (16th) - the fourth year the Helston Community Interest Company has run a Christmas window competition.

Despite not having an ofï¬cial Christmas lights switch-on, Helston businesses made great efforts to decorate their windows for Christmas. Playing their part in helping make the town look festive and welcoming.

The winner's trophy was awarded to Melinda King, Manager of the Fishermen's Mission by the Mayor, Tim Gratton-Kane; Raison Opticians were second; and Jenkin's Sweet Shop third.

Tim Gratton-Kane said:

"I was delighted to present certiï¬cates and a cup to the winners of the Christmas shop window competition. The high standard of all the shops that entered made it a challenge for the judges to select the winners.

"It is the efforts of all those who entered make Helston such a charming place to visit. The illuminated displays continue that magical feeling into the evenings. I hope that next year even more businesses will enter."

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