Popular venues on Claremont Pier are set to throw two huge parties during the festive season.

The Aquarium will host 'The Big Christmas Cracker' on Friday, December 22, where special guest DJs will play festive favourites from across the last few decades.

There will also be surprise giveaways, novelty gifts on the door, and 2-4-1 cocktails between 9 and 10pm.

Tickets cost £5 on the door and for every five tickets purchased, you get a sixth one free. Over 21s only.

Meanwhile, the Lowestoft pier's Rocksalt restaurant is set to welcome revellers for its first ever New Year's Eve party.

The celebration gets under way at 7.30pm, with a glass of champagne and piano playing from Vivien Leanne on arrival and party food at 8pm.

Later in the evening, talented singer Lily Ayers will provide live music and glasses will be refilled in time for a midnight champagne toast.

Tickets cost £20 per person and can be purchased directly from Rocksalt.