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The vicar of St John's Church in Burgess Hill says he is '˜determined Christmas 2018 will remain as bright as ever' after callous thieves stole the church's Christmas tree lights.

LED lights were stripped from the giant 40ft tree outside the church in Lower Church Road.

A crowdfunding page has since been set up to replace the lights, which could cost more than £1,000.

Father Kevin O'Brien and Burgess Hill Town Council leader Pru Moore next to the giant tree outside St John's Church. Photo by Derek Martin Photography

Burgess Hill vicar's dismay after callous thieves steal lights from giant Christmas tree