Children were excited to see Santa arriving in his sleigh and switching on the Christmas lights. The special visitor then took up residence in the centre’s brand new magical Christmas grotto.
Families had plenty of fun enjoying the festive atmosphere and browsing the twilight market.
Photographer Tony Hendron went along to capture some of the fun.
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Looking happy during their visit with Santa at Rushmere are from left, Colin Harbinson, Jacinta McComb, Isabelle Nalson (5) and Cora Rose Harbinson (4). PT46-218. Photo: Tony Hendron
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Posing happily with Santa at Rushmere are from left, Twinkle the elf, Amara Nesbitt (5) and Shania Boden (4). PT46-217. Photo: Tony Hendron
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Enjoying the fun at Rushmere are, Jenny Fitzgerals and her children Skylar (8) and Riley (6). PT46-222. Photo: Tony Hendron
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A big thumbs up for Santa from, Janet Irwin, Sandie Gillespie, Oliver Gillespie (8) and Bella Gillespie (10). PT46-219. Photo: Tony Hendron