Two people have been arrested after far-right group, White Lives Matter, arrived on a demonstration in Margate.

Around 50 people, the majority not from the town, began marching from the train station to Turner Contemporary at 2pm.

Kent Police confirmed a 43-year-old Margate man was arrested in connection with a public order offence and a 31-year-old Kent man of no fixed address was arrested on suspicion of obstructing a highway.

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It is not known whether they were a part of White Lives Matter or anti-fascist groups.

A heavy police presence ensured a peaceful day and the beach motorcross meeting went ahead on the on the Main Sands.

Some of the motorcyclists looked a little bemused as the crowds began to build outside Turner Contemporary.

The town united with even a supporter living in Andalucia donating money to buy someone a meal at GB Pizza.

Sandy Frean pledged the offer to show solidarity and support and soon others followed suit.

Owners Lisa Richards and Rachel Seed said they would donate the other funds to a refugee charity.

Several speeches were interrupted by shouts of "go home" by residents. The Old Kent Market played soul music to drown out the rhetoric.

Businesses have condemned the march for driving away trade. Turner Contemporary, GB Pizza and Cafe G in the High Street all drafted in extra security to ensure staff were safe.

Rock Against Racism held their own unity gig near the Winter Gardens which was well attended.

Police from Essex and Suffolk were drafted in to help Kent Police throughout the day.

Chief superintendent Andrea Bishop said: "I would like to thank all of those who assisted Kent Police in keeping Margate peaceful and safe.

"There were a number of unique policing challenges faced by officers. Not only did we have the march taking place, but a family motor cross event on the beach and a music event nearby.

"Largely the event ran smoothly and the small minority who were intent on causing trouble were arrested."