Santa and his elves have been spotted at Ealing Broadway in his festive grotto ready for its the festive season.

CCTV-like images have been shared by the centre which show Father Christmas delivering presents and putting them under the tree in preparation for the first visitors last weekend.

Santa and his elves will be at Ealing Broadway on selected days until 24 December. Not only will little ones be able to make their Christmas wishes but they'll also receive an early Christmas treat from Santa himself to start spreading the festive cheer.

There will also be a professional photographer on hand to capture the Christmas magic, with the photos available to purchase as a printed photo, keyring, bauble or snow globe – a perfect Christmas gift for a grandparent or loved one.

Quiet Grotto sessions, designed to take the anxiety out of Santa visits for children with autism or additional needs, are available to book on Sundays 11am – 11.30am.

Tickets cost £7 per child, plus a £1.50 booking fee per family, there are also group discounts are available to special needs schools. All sessions must be booked in advance online here.

Alongside Santa's Grotto, Ealing Broadway's Christmas Market has returned (credit: Ealing Broadway).

Back due to popular demand, Ealing Broadway will also be hosting its Christmas Market in Town Square this festive season as well.

The Market will run every day from Saturday 18 November until Sunday 24 December, offering visitors the perfect chance to shop local while also getting ahead with their Christmas shopping.

Live music acts will be playing Christmas hits each Saturday to help spread the festive cheer.

For more information about planning a trip to Ealing Broadway this Christmas, click here.

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