Braintree Village has unveiled its Christmas activities for 2024.

The shopping destination has announced the return of its Giving Tree, a free Christmas-themed Creative Club, and several festive pop-ups.

Centre director at Braintree Village, Josef O’Sullivan, said: "Christmas is truly one of the most magical times of the year here at Braintree Village, and we’re delighted to be welcoming back the ice rink and our ever-popular Creative Club, with a festive twist."

The Giving Tree, in collaboration with the First Stop Centre charity, aims to provide Christmas gifts to those in need.

The tree, located near Cadbury, will accept gifts until December 16.

Shoppers can select a tag from the tree, buy a gift for the child mentioned, and drop it off at Guest Services for wrapping and delivery.

The Creative Club, in partnership with Baker Ross, invites people of all ages to partake in free Christmas-themed arts, crafts, and colouring activities.

The club is now open every weekend, and daily from December 18 until January 5, excluding Christmas Day.

New pop-up stores, including Calendar Club, Christmas Cabin, and Happy Socks, have also opened for the festive season.

The ice rink is now open until January 5, including Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.