AN 11-year-old Cystic Fibrosis sufferer enjoyed a special festive-themed tea party at 10 Downing Street before the Christmas holidays.

Thomas Worsley, from Ashford, was invited to the Prime Minister's home by Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne and the Starlight Children's Foundation.

Thomas was one of 40 seriously ill children to be invited with his dad Roland.

Amongst some of the famous faces who attended the party was former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell, CBBC presenter Gemma Hunt and actor Matt Smith, the star of Dr Who.

Ms Halliwell said: "It was wonderful to be part of Starlight's party at No. 10.

"You can't imagine what these families are going through and a short escape from the day-to-day routine of treatment and hospitals can really help to take their minds off their pain and anxiety.

"A large dose of fun and laughter can be exactly what the doctor ordered for some of these kids and their families."