THE line-up has been announced for the first ever Eastbourne Pride, with an Abba tribute act and X Factor finalist heading the list.

The event takes place in Princes Park from 2pm on Saturday, July 22.

The parade will start at 12.30pm from Langney Point and make its way to the park where the entertainment will continue until 9pm.

The whole day finishes with a party on Eastbourne Pier from 9pm until 2am.

Organisers are hoping to attract thousands of people from Sussex and further afield.

Organiser Betty Gallacher said: “There will be non-stop music and entertainment for seven hours. It’s going to be amazing.

“We have handpicked the acts which will appeal not just to the LGBT community but to families as well.

“This is an event for everyone.”

Abba Magic have been announced as the headline act and they will be the first group on stage.

Other acts confirmed include Kyle Finn, Georgia Burgess, Luch Stefano, Scarlet Fantastic and X Factor finalist Charlie Healy.

Ms Gallacher said: “It’s a great line up with a mix of local and national acts.

“We are getting very excited and we want as many people as possible to turn up.

“We are hoping to attract thousands from Brighton.”

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