Paper lanterns were used to represent the passing of time.

A colourful parade of hundreds of people carrying home-made lanterns through Brighton's streets has marked the winter solstice.

The Burning of the Clocks is described as an antidote to the commercial excesses of Christmas and a celebration of daylight hours getting longer.

More than 1,000 people paraded through the resort's streets to the seafront.

Paper and willow lanterns were then burnt on a ceremonial bonfire and fireworks lit.

The event, co-ordinated by local community arts group Same Sky, is in its 15th year.

The procession was accompanied by live music, while paper lanterns were used to represent the passing of time.

Thousands of spectators lined the streets to watch the event.



