FAMILY carriages are returning to be hitched up to First Great Western trains for the Christmas holidays.

On board will be activity packs which include games, quizzes, models, and postcards from some train destinations.

The Family Carriage also has extra table seating, baby changing facilities and more storage space for pushchairs and luggage. It will run from December 20 until January 4 and will be available every Saturday, Sunday and on off-peak weekday services.

The Family Carriage is Coach E of the company's High Speed Trains operating between London Paddington, the Thames Valley, South Wales and South West England. For more information on First Great Western's routes and fares, including discounted child fares and the savings that can be made by using a Family Railcard, call 08457 484950, or visit www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk.

To make a booking call 08457 000 125, or visit your local station. Under fives travel free on First Great Western.