With the festive season approaching, a chain of garden centres is offering Father Christmas-themed events.

Hillier Garden Centres has announced a range of activities to celebrate Christmas, including Storytime with Father Christmas and Breakfast with Father Christmas.

Both events begin on Saturday, December 7, with Storytime with Father Christmas available until Monday, December 23, and Breakfast with Father Christmas running every weekend in December, and daily from Monday, December 16.

Storytime with Father Christmas includes festive tales shared by Santa, along with treats, goodie bags and the chance for children to share their Christmas wishes with him.

Adults can enjoy a festive cream tea during the event for £10 per ticket.

The Breakfast with Father Christmas event offers a festive breakfast, Christmas activities and a memorable gift for children from Santa, with tickets for children priced from £20 and adults at £15.

Hillier Garden Centres also is set to host late-night shopping events, allowing shoppers to explore exclusive 2024 Christmas ranges and enjoy seasonal entertainment.

Shoppers can also look forward to the Truly Scrumptious Food Evening, taking place on November 14, 20, and 21, offering a variety of festive treats and drinks.

A Christmas Shopping Evening on Wednesday, December 4 will present an opportunity to shop for Christmas trees, festive decorations and unique gifts, with exclusive discounts available throughout the evening.

The Hillier festive menu will be launched in restaurants on November 25, featuring a traditional two-course lunch with classic Christmas dishes like roast turkey or venison pie, and a festive afternoon tea.

The Hillier Christmas Wreath Making Workshops will run from December 2 to December 7, where guests can learn how to craft their own wreaths using fresh moss, foliage and festive decorations.

The workshop lasts two hours and costs £45, including all materials and refreshments.

Each of these events will be held at selected Hillier Garden Centres.

Hillier Garden Centres is encouraging visitors to check online for specific details and to book their spots for the events.

For more details and to book the events, visitors can go to hillier.co.uk or visit their local Hillier Garden Centre.