CHILDREN at a day nursery in Norton had an early festive visitor when Santa Claus visited their party.

More than 85 children from The Rainbow Day Nursery received presents as part of the treat, organised by owner Northumbrian Trust Day Nurseries and the nursery's staff.

The children, who are aged between two and four years, each took turns to speak to Santa.

Gillian Brookes, principal at the nursery, said the children had been excited for most of the day and the party had been appreciated by the youngsters and their parents.

Pictured receiving their presents from Santa Claus are three-year-old party guests Zoe Johnson and Keenan Lathan.