Late-night shopping returns to Sidmouth next Friday (December 2) with festivities planned across the town.

The evening will be kicked off at 5pm with a DJ, Only After Dark, spinning records in Market Place until 8pm. At 5.15pm, JM Dancefit will get everyone into the festive swing with a zumba session. Then, at 6pm, Sidmouth Primary School pupils will be singing carols in Market Place, and again in the parish church at 7pm.

Father Christmas will be greeting children opposite the Anchor Inn, from 6.15pm. There will also be street entertainment for all ages.

Visit sidmouthchamber.co.uk for more information. The event will be followed by late-night shopping on Thursdays before Christmas.