A retirement complex is opening its doors for a week of festive events.

Spitfire Lodge in Portswood is welcoming locals for Christmas celebrations including carols from Portswood Primary School pupils on Tuesday, December 3.

Caroline Haswell, Senior Marketing Manager for Churchill Living’s South West division comments: "We are thrilled to be welcoming visitors to Spitfire Lodge for a week of festive fun.

"We hope that throughout the week, all those interested in a Churchill Living lifestyle get the opportunity to come along with friends and family to find out more and enjoy a Christmas event with our existing Owners."

Other activities include a cheese and mulled wine evening on December 4, a Christmas movie afternoon on December 6, and a morning of coffee, pastries, and children's activities on December 7.

A seasonal soirée is also planned for December 5.

Spitfire Lodge is also offering to cover the cost of visitors' taxi home, subject to conditions.