Amanda Holden hosts Thames reindeer race and Fulham Pier lights switch-on

Amanda Holden hosted Fulham Pier’s Christmas celebrations in London on Thursday night.

The event combined a Christmas lights switch-on with the first Great Reindeer Race on the Thames.

Six illuminated rowing boats decorated as reindeer raced along the river.

Rowers from Fulham Reach Boat Club crewed the boats in festive costumes.

Mark Wright commentated on the race and later played music at the pier.

The lights switch-on launched the riverside’s festive season, with celebrations continuing at the venue.