SANTA arrived in style at the West Swindon Asda supermarket yesterday. Instead of his usual reindeer powered transport, he opted for something with all the whistles and bells a vintage 1951 Dennis F12 fire engine.

Children will be able to catch up with Father Christmas at the store from Monday to Saturday between 10am and 6pm and on Sunday from 10am until 4pm. Each visit costs £1.

The fire engine was borrowed from the Wiltshire Fire Brigade who maintain it.