BOY band star Scott Robinson switched on Clacton's Christmas lights at a festive evening of celebration.
The Five singer and star of Clacton's Princes Theatre pantomime Aladdin flicked the switch at 5pm, followed by a spectacular fireworks display.
There were festive stalls from 9am as well as entertainment with singers, dancers, cheerleaders, magicians and a DJ from 2pm.
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