The creepy clown craze which is spreading across the country has reached Thanet.

Two men have been seen under Tivoli Bridge in Margate, close to a children's play area, dressed in clown costumes.

The pair were spotted by a mother and her son earlier today, who tweeted about what they had seen.

It follows a recent spate of sinister characters frightening people all over the country.

Almost 60 clown-related incidents have been reported to Kent Police in the last three days leading to one man being arrested.

Incidents have included people jumping out in front of vehicles, staring at members of the public and children chasing each other.