UK's biggest Christmas Day party returns to Eastbourne Bandstand
More than 4,000 people are expected to turn out at the seafront venue for free events on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
A long standing tradition, the concerts date back to 1935 and have grown in popularity ever since, along with a customary Boxing Day dip in the sea for the brave bunch of hardy swimmers.
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Hide AdWith mulled wine and hot drinks on offer to warm up revellers, the atmosphere ranges from traditional carols to festive party hits, and even the Bandstand conga.
Eastbourne Borough Council Cabinet Member for Tourism & Enterprise, Cllr Margaret Bannister said, “This is a heart-warming tradition dating back over 80 years and a popular pre-dinner attraction for the many visitors who choose Eastbourne for their celebration.
“After a jam-packed month of magical events and markets, this really is the icing on the Christmas cake.”
Christmas Day sees the return of the Eastbourne Silver Band with traditional carols and classic Christmas songs in a pre-Christmas dinner treat.
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