SANTA'S little helpers will be on hand to assist shoppers at Church Square Shopping Centre this Christmas.

The mischievous elves will bring some festive fun over the next three Saturdays, coming to the centre on December, 5, 12 and 19 to lend a helping hand to shoppers – all for free.

They will offer to carry bags, wrap gifts, entertain youngsters, dance and sing Christmas carols, hand out sweeties and add some festive fun for families.

Shoppers and youngsters can also get a giant 'Elfie' of themselves with the cheeky sprites.

Church Square Shopping Centre manager Steven Brogan said: “Our helpful and probably a bit cheeky Elves will be making sure that Christmas shopping is fun for all the family.

“While they are being nice, they will be offering to wrap up presents and carry bags for shoppers, all for free.

However, I’ve been warned to expect some naughtiness from them as well - such as doing the conga in stores with shoppers and staff, high-fiving youngsters and some of our older customers, plus generally having some fun in the centre.”

The Elves will be at the centre from 11am to 4pm on each of the days.

For more details see www.churchsquaresthelens.co.uk.