Festive family events in Shropshire

The festivities begin with a Christmas market held inside weatherproof polytunnels at LovePlants on 6 and 7 December, where there will be stalls selling handmade crafts, gifts, food and drink.

Love2Stay touring and glamping resort will have a twilight trail until 30 December, starting at 4.30pm, where visitors can wander into a winter wonderland of twinkling lights and seasonal displays. Children can also visit Santa in his grotto at Love2Stay until 24 December and receive a gift.

For hungry visitors, Salop Leisure's café and restaurant, LoveCoffee, is offering festive afternoon teas daily, from 12pm until 3pm, until 23 December (pre-booking required). 

To add to all this festive fun, the Salop Santa Dash returns on 6 December at 9am. Entry into this charity five-kilometre running/walking event costs £18 and includes a Santa suit, with profits going to Severn Hospice.