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 A FAMILY has covered their entire house in Christmas decorations - despite it still being more than TWO MONTHS until the big day.

Helen and John Attlesey light up their house in Soham, Cambs., every year for charity.

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Helen and John Attlesey light up their house in Soham, Cambs., every yearCredit: Terry Harris (THA)

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Their festive décor features light-up snowmen, Santas and Christmas trees at the frontCredit: Terry Harris (THA)

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A row of Christmas trees and glowing archway welcome guests at the side of the houseCredit: THA

And although there will be no big switch-on event this year due to Covid, the couple has still gone all out to get into the festive spirit.

Light-up snowmen and Santas can be seen at the front of the house while a row of glowing Christmas trees greets guests at the side.

Stars, bells and jingle balls are also heavily featured in the display, which Helen and John briefly lit up for an early trial switch-on.

Helen said: "Not all of them are up but we've made a start and it's definitely a work in progress.

"Like last year, when we think we're ready we'll just switch them on - it'll probably be about the middle of November."

Their 2020 display raised £12,895.57 last year - more than double the previous year's total - for three charities close to the couple's hearts.The money was divided between three charities who have helped their grandson: East Anglia's Children's Hospices, Great Ormond Street Hospital and Dreamflight, who take a group of children to Disneyland each year. 

It's hoped this year's festive period will be more relaxed than last year's, when Christmas light switch-ons were cancelled across the country.

One dad was threatened with a £10,000 coronavirus fine by cops last year - for decorating his home with festive lights.

It came as large gatherings were banned during winter, with families only able to form one Christmas bubble between three households from December 23 to 27.

Boris Johnson said this week: "I think Christmas this year will be very considerably better than last year."

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John Attlesey checks his Christmas lights after putting up an impressive display year on yearCredit: Terry Harris (THA)

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The illuminated house can be easily spotted from the skyCredit: Terry Harris (THA)

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Residents will be able to enjoy the lights from NovemberCredit: Terry Harris (THA)

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They hope to raise money for charityCredit: Terry Harris (THA)

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