A MAGICAL carol service starring creatures both great and small will take place at a Middle Littleton animal charity this Saturday.

This is the 12th year Farm Animal Sanctuary has held the event which will take place in the barn surrounded by some of the animals rescued by the charity.

Starting from 5.30pm, the service will also see local children acting out the Nativity story.

And visitors can indulge in some retail therapy on the Christmas gift stall, as well as take part in a raffle, tombola and lucky dip.

Janet Taylor, sanctuary founder, said: “It’s getting really popular. The barn is decorated too, so it’s a nice event.”

Admission is £1 for adults, 50p for children aged 12 to 16 and free for children aged 10 and under. Refreshments will also be available.