FATHER Christmas made an early visit to Keighley yesterday, stopping off at Cliffe Castle Museum for Christmas at the Castle.

Families at the museum could enjoy a Christmas market in the castle grounds, with Steeton Brass Band and Hurricane Blue Bands providing the festive spirit with some Christmas classics.

Inside, there were Christmas crafts and a trail, along with a special visit from Santa Claus and his reindeer.

Cliffe Castle Museum also unveiled its new mascot, Bracewell the dragon, who was roaming around the museum throughout the day.