A festive feast of Christmas events are being laid on in Sutton Coldfield in the run-up to the big day. A chance to meet real reindeer, step into a giant snow globe, banter with the Grinch and visit a Christmas market are among the events being held by the Visit Royal Sutton Coldfield Business Improvement District (BID), funded by businesses in the town. Visitors to Sutton Coldfield will be given the chance to step inside a snow globe - among a host of activities and attractions in the run-up to Christmas Four fabulous weekends of festive fun’ are planned with the seasonal events starting this Sunday (November 26). It starts with a Christmas Farmers and Craft market – the last if the year. And Dr Seuss characters The Grinch and Cindy Lou in town in the Parade. Snow globes are beloved by adults and children alike. By capturing the magic of winter as well as the nostalgia of winters past, a simple shake of the snow globe brings delight and joy as you watch the glittery snow swirl around inside a water-filled 3-D scene. Whether you're looking for classic Christmas snow globe designs like Santa or snowmen, or a favorite character, Hallmark has what you need. So, we wanted to thank them by putting together a really fantastic programme of attractions for Christmas that will really bring the town centre alive and get everyone in the festive spirit. It all starts this weekend, when the Grinch will make the first of two visits – we just hope he doesn’t spoil everything!”

BID Manager Michelle Baker said: “Everyone in the town centre is so excited for the festive season this year, and our message to Sutton people is ‘all we want for Christmas is you!’ All throughout the year residents have supported town centre traders and businesses by coming along to the events we have organised, from an amazing Coronation celebration to our regular Farmers’ Markets.