FATHER Christmas is coming to Knutsford.

Santa will be travelling through the town in his sleigh with Mrs Claus, the elves and miniature ponies.

The festive parade sets off on Saturday, December 10, from The Welcome and visits Knutsford Fire Station, finishing at The Legh Arms.

On Sunday, December 12, Santa will begin at Grove Park and call at Bexton School, the leisure centre and, finally, The Lost and Found.

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Both routes start at 3pm and finish at around 6pm.

Knutsford Guardian: Santa's elves looking forward to lots of festive fun in KnutsfordSanta's elves looking forward to lots of festive fun in Knutsford (Image: Knutsford Lions)

Mrs Claus will be collecting children’s letters for Santa, who will be distributing presents as he sleighs through the streets.

The parade is supported by Knutsford Lions and is raising funds for Hope Central Foodbank.

Knutsford Guardian: Santa and his elves will be visiting Knutsford with miniature poniesSanta and his elves will be visiting Knutsford with miniature ponies (Image: Knutsford Lions)

Cash donations can be made along the route in return for a raffle ticket for a small prize.

The full route and approximate timings can be found at weareknutsford.org.uk.