LEISURE WORLD was celebrating its first birthday 20 years ago - and it did so in style.

A party took place at the complex to mark the first year in business, with hundreds of people taking part in events.

Eastenders brother and sister Tony and Sarah Hills, played by Mark Homer and Danielle Denby-Ash, joined Power FM presenter Darren Parks to entertain the crowd.

There was an impressive display of Tae Kwon Do from Southampton martial arts clubs and free face painting meant even the very young had a good time.

Those who were feeling brave soared the crowds in the rescue tower of a fire engine while clowns blew bubbles, juggled and twisted balloons into weird and wonderful shapes.

Movie buffs were given the chance to tour the Odeon cinema’s projection room.

Talented youngster who had wowed the crowds earlier in the week at The Marlands Centre with Max FM were back to perform live in Jumpin’ Jaks bar.