The Hammond family spent hours decking the outside of their New Addington home with lights and were only too keen to show off their hard work.

The family, who live in Thursley Crescent, are the first entrants in the Guardian's Christmas lights competition.

But if you think you house is better you only have a week left to be in with a chance of winning a hamper of Nestl goodies.

Contact us and we will send a photographer to capture your house in all its glory. Entries will be published and voted on by Guardian readers.

Call 020 8774 6565 or email newsdesk@croydonguardian.co. uk. The closing date for entries is Wednesday, December 15.