SANTA will visit toddlers in Writtle a little bit earlier than Christmas Day this year.

A grotto is coming to Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Foxburrows Lane on Saturday, December 20 as part of their Winter Wonderland event.

Children and parents will be visited by Father Christmas with some of the centre’s staff getting dressed up as elves.

Alongside the grotto, other festive craft activities and music will also be part of the evening.

Doors will be open from 5.30pm to 7pm and to book a space call 01245 421341.