Thousands of skaters will show off their tricks during the Skate 2002 festival on Eastbourne seafront.

The event, which takes place between July 26 and 28, attracted more than 15,000 people last year with displays from the roller Kendo team and various freestyle shows.

Organiser Tim Wheals said: "Each year this event expands and it is a job to work out what is best to add next."

The big change this year will be a ten-mile skate around the town on the Friday evening.

On Saturday, the Sovereign Centre will host hockey matches and dance demonstrations.

A roller disco will take place in the afternoon with tickets priced £3 available from the Tourist Information Centre.

On Sunday visitors will be able to watch and take part in freestyle and extreme skating.