In Pictures: Fabulous festive photos from Eastbourne's Little Chelsea Christmas Market

Little Chelsea’s free annual ‘Christmas spectacular’ returned for its sixth year with a host of festive activities to get residents in the Christmas spirit.

The popular event kicked off a t 3:30pm with an appearance from Father Christmas.

There was also a DJ, street food stalls, and a variety of music and entertainment performances from Natalie Roberts Performing Arts, Printers Playhouse Community Choir, Longman Morris Dancer.

Grove Road and South Street played host to a fun fair to keep all ages entertained, and there was also some friendly competition with a Christmas-themed best-dressed contest for adults, children and dogs.