FESTIVE displays have seen winners awarded cash prizes in a seasonal best dressed window competition.

A total of 25 local businesses joined in the festive fun in Great Harwood by entering their window displays.

Winners have now been announced, with East Lancashire Hospice shop receiving first prize and a £100 from sponsor Danley Engineering.

In second place was Age UK which received a cheque for £50, sponsored by Red Rose Timber Limited.

In third place, Gareth’s Florist received £25 which was sponsored by the Great Harwood Councillors.

Great Harwood councillor Kerry Molineux who helped judge the event, said: “This year’s competition was a huge success with over 25 businesses being nominated.

“It was a really difficult job to pick a winner from lots of brilliant displays.”

She added: “Many congratulations to the winners East Lancashire Hospice who put on a fabulous display and many thanks to the sponsors.”