CUDDLY, creepy and crawling critters were on hand to keep youngsters entertained as a mobile petting zoo visited a Darlington shopping centre.
Snakes, lizards, tortoises and guinea pigs were among the animals on display at the Cornmill Centre, in the town centre, on Monday (August 3).
It was the second in a series of three summer fun pet zoos at the centre, hosted by Pick'n'Mix Events.
Visitors young and old enjoyed the chance to get up close and personal with some of the animals, with guidance from expert helpers.
The third and final petting zoo – which will have a Medieval Menagerie theme and feature more exotic creatures – runs from 10am to 4pm on Monday, August 17.
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