The Stirling branch of a garden centre chain is set to become a festive wonderland this Christmas.

Dobbies Garden Centres' popular grotto returns with a fresh, train-themed look, sure to delight visitors.

Santa will be a key part of the festivities, taking up residence in the Little Seedlings train-themed grotto throughout November and December.

Children will be welcomed by the elves at Sleighbell Station before exploring snowy scenes, spotting woodland characters, and finding hidden nutcrackers.

The experience ends with a chance to share Christmas wishes with Santa himself, and families can capture the memory with a photograph.

Ayesha Nickson, events programme manager at Dobbies, said: "Whether little ones are meeting Santa and his elves for the first time, or it’s a family tradition, our grotto and quiet grotto experiences aim to create magical moments that can be treasured for years to come.

"There’s the chance to gather the whole family for a range of our festive experiences including our delicious festive afternoon tea, charity Christmas shopping night in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust, or a paw-dorable picture moment at Santa Paws.

"A visit to Dobbies will really be a treat for all the senses this Christmas."

For children with additional needs, a sensory-friendly quiet grotto experience is scheduled for December 6.

Here, lighting, sound, and visual effects will be minimised to create a relaxed environment.

The extended session times ensure a slower, more relaxed experience.

Santa's grotto runs from November 28 to December 24, with the quiet grotto taking place on December 6.