Christmas celebrations are set to begin at Harrogate's Great Yorkshire Showground next week.

A range of events will be held at the venue, which includes Fodder, Pavilions of Harrogate, and the Yorkshire Event Centre.

The festivities kick off with Fodder's Christmas Extravaganza, which takes place on Thursday, November 21 from 5.30pm.

This free event offers an opportunity to meet various suppliers and producers, with 10 per cent off in-store purchases.

Attendees can enjoy a range of demonstrations, cheese tastings, and samples from over 25 suppliers.

Fodder's butchers have also prepared pigs in blankets, complemented by mulled wine and mince pies.

Santa's Christmas Funland will be at the showground for the first time from Saturday, December 14, until Christmas Eve.

The funland will feature a giant ice rink, fairground rides, and Enchanted Elf Tipis with pantomime shows.

The Christmas Grinch will also make an appearance.

Activities in the Tipi workshop, game stalls, and a host of sweet Christmas treats are all included in the ticket price, which also comes with a special free gift from Santa.

The Great Yorkshire Christmas Fair will be held at the Yorkshire Event Centre from Thursday, November 28 to Sunday, December 1.

The indoor fair will showcase 180 companies offering a variety of products, including festive decorations, unusual foods, and charming children's items.

Advance tickets are available for £5 online, £7 by phone, and will be £9 at the door.

Children under 16 can enter for free.

All profits from the events will be donated to the Yorkshire Agricultural Society.