YOU can step back in time to a festive Victorian era as York's Castle Museum is decorated for Christmas.

York Castle Museum is opening its doors after hours from December 16 to 20 for special evening tours of Kirkgate where each shop will have festive displays.

Amy Baggaley, learning manager, said: “We have organised fantastic family Christmas evening tours that are going to transport visitors back to Victorian York.

“Visitors can explore the decorated street and meet the shopkeepers who will tell them about their lives and their favourite Christmas traditions.

“There will be festive activities to do and a list of gifts to collect.

"Once they have all the items on their list they are invited to sing a carol. If they sing it loud enough Father Christmas will appear to chat to the children and to give them a present.”

These special Christmas tours will be taking place from December 16 to 20 from 5pm.