Arthur Christmas voice stars Bill Nighy and Ashley Jensen were in London last night to turn on the Regent Street Christmas lights.

Regent Street lights

It may only be November 9, but it appears that the festive season is well and truly upon us.

Last night the stars of Sony’s Arthur Christmas – Bill Nighy and Ashley Jensen – were joined by singers Kelly Clarkson and last year’s X Factor winner Matt Cardle to turn on the Regent Street Christmas lights.

The event closed with a pyrotechnic display from the Regent Street rooftops, with visitors being lured into the shops to buy early Christmas presents.

I’ve been steadfastly avoiding Christmas so far (we’ve only just had Bonfire Night!). But given that Sony are releasing Arthur Christmas here in the UK this friday, I’m tempted to give in and go and buy some mince pies.