But five decades on, 17 of which have raised money for charity, the couple have said this year will be the last time they put on the display in The Crossways, Portchester.
To celebrate the famed show, we have created a gallery looking back at some of our favourite snaps over the years.
Walk down memory lane with 23 heart-warming pictures of Christmas at the Wright’s:
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1. Bill and Barbara Wright's Christmas Display, 2017
In 2017, Bill and Barbara Wright raised money for Queen Alexandra Hospital by decorating their home with incredible Christmas lights. Picture: Ian Hargreaves | Ian Hargreaves
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2. Bill and Barbara Wright's Christmas Display, 2020
This year will be the last time Bill and Barbara Wright will be putting on their Christmas light display after 54 years, 17 of which have been for charity. Pictured: Bill and Barbara in 2020 Picture: Habibur Rahman | Habibur Rahman
3. Bill and Barbara Wright's Christmas Lights, 2021
Pictured: Barbara and Bill Wright with Julie Sexton, organiser of The Food Pantry at Portchester Methodist Church in 2021. Picture: Sarah Standing (110121-935) Photo: Sarah Standing
4. Barbara and Bill Wright's Christmas Display, 2021
This year will be the last time Bill and Barbara Wright will be putting on their Christmas light display after 54 years, 17 of which have been for charity. Pictured: Bill and Barbara in 2021 Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 291121-28) | Chris Moorhouse Photo: Chris Moorhouse