ONE of the biggest carol concerts ever staged in Stockton took place yesterday.

There were two hours of music and singing from around the globe in the town's civic square, with a big line up of bands and choirs.

A touch of Caribbean was provided by Huntcliffe Comprehensive School Steel Band, with music by the Golden Empire Peruvian Band and the Zimbabwean Gospel singers.

Choirs and bands included the Tees Valley Youth Brass Band, the Tees Valley Youth Choir, Stockton Junior Voices, Stockton Male Voice Choir and the Baptist Tabernacle Church Youth Band.

The event was held in association with BBC Radio Cleveland and a number of churches in Stockton.

The concert was recorded by the radio station and will be broadcast on Christmas Day.