MEET Santa in the beautiful surroundings of Pontypool park's grotto this December.

Pontypool Park Friends have arranged for Santa to visit the Grade ll listed grotto which dates back to the early 1800s and is adorned with shells and the bones and teeth of animals, creating intricate designs and patterns.

The free event will take place on Sunday, December 3 from 11am to 3pm.

If you would like your child to meet him, send an email to santainthegrotto@gmail.com to book a time slot and include the names of children who will be visiting.

This is a free event and for more information, search 'Pontypool Park Friends' on Facebook.