E mail scam warning

We've been made aware of an email inviting traders and vendors to apply for Boston Christmas Festival 2026. This email - which has a Gmail domain - is not from Boston Borough Council. It is a scam.

Please be cautious if you receive emails asking you to apply for events, provide business information, or click links to application forms. If you have suspicions, always verify that communications come from official, trusted sources before responding or sharing any details.

Check the sender's email address carefully – any communication from Boston Borough Council will have a boston.gov.uk domain not a generic email address.

Verify event information through official channels

Do not click suspicious links or provide personal or business information.

If you receive this email, please delete it and report it as spam/phishing. Help us spread the word by sharing this post and warning fellow traders and local businesses.