Stars from new 3D family Christmas film, Arthur Christmas, turned on Regent Street Christmas lights last night amid fireworks, illuminating London’s ‘Mile of Style’.

Sony Pictures Entertainment sponsored the traffic free event in celebration of the film which stars Bill Nighy and Ashley Jensen, who both attended the switch-on. Singers Kelly Clarkson and Matt Cardle entertained the crowd with live performances.

As its centrepiece, the display features a re-creation of the Northern Lights, featuring Christmas elves, Santa’s sleigh and the London skyline. Characters from the film, which is released on Friday, and a series of festive designs also adorn the famous street.

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