YOUNGSTERS got into the Christmas spirit with a successful carol service at their nursery school.

Owners of Chase Nursery in Holland-on-Sea organised the special event to kick-start Christmas for the children on their books.

The event saw youngsters get involved in a host of festive activities, including making reindeer food and eating mince pies.

Santa also paid a visit to a grotto set up inside the nursery.

And local Silvertons Garden Centre donated a ten-foot tree to help the nursery celebrate the season in style.

Nursery owner Kelly Boughey said: “Everyone was in true Christmas spirits.

“I want to thank everyone who got involved, especially the parents for supporting their children and making the event memorable and successful.”