A NEW play area is being opened at a Bromsgrove pub on Tuesday, December 2.

The Guild Brewers Fayre pub, in Birmingham Road, is opening the new Beano-themed play area from 1pm.

The play area is £3 for 90 minutes of play. There will be the chance to meet Santa who will be giving out early Christmas presents.

Life-sized characters Dennis and Gnasher will also roaming the pub restaurant to meet guests.

Mark Cash, general manager of The Guild Brewers Fayre pub restaurant said: "We're incredibly pleased to be able to launch our new 'Play at Brewers Fayre' area ahead of Christmas.

"We're looking forward to welcoming families to our grand launch, where they will not only be able to be among the first to enjoy the new facilities but also be kept entertained with a whole host of other activities."