Danny Pike

Southern FM DJ Danny Pike kicks off the proceedings with songs and dancing. Picture: Susannah Binney, ref: Ref SB241105B-48

Crowds

Crowds of waiting youngsters were in high spirits as they waited for Santa to arrive. Picture: Susannah Binney, ref: Ref SB241105B-48

Elves

Santa's helpers and the little elves. Picture: Susannah Binney, ref: Ref SB241105B-48

Dick Whittington

Santa and the some of the cast of Dick Whittington set off the fireworks. Picture: Susannah Binney, ref: Ref SB241105B-32

Fireworks

Fireworks explode over Churchill Square. Picture: Susannah Binney, ref: Ref SB241105B-30

Presents

Emily Pagett, 22 months, can't disguise her joy as Santa arrives with her present. Picture: Susannah Binney, ref: Ref SB241105B-16

The grotto is opened

Santa and 9-year-old Natalie Soffe open the grotto. Picture: Susannah Binney, ref: Ref SB241105B-25

Unveiled

9-year-old Emma Jackson and 10-year-old Kirsty Hollick cheer as the grotto is unveiled. Picture: Susannah Binney, ref: Ref SB241105B-20

Excitement

Santa with Luca Carman (4) in the grotto. Picture: Susannah Binney, ref: Ref SB241105B-10

Christmas Grotto

The Argus Christmas Grotto. Picture: Susannah Binney, ref: Ref SB241105B-18