The Centre enlisted the help of a local mobile petting zoo, Five Jays, which gave shoppers and youngsters an opportunity to handle rabbits, chickens, ducks and even a guinea pig and a small dog.

Speaking about the Christmas Market, Horsefair Manager, Kevin Smith said: “Despite the cold and wet weather shoppers came to enjoy the huge array of stalls throughout the town and in the Horsefair.

“The petting zoo proved to be a really popular attraction at the market, so much so that we’re planning to book them again for our Easter Fun Day.”

Quackers the duck proved to be a hit at the Horsefair during the annual Christmas Market.