SANTA left his reindeer at home when he led a festive parade in a horse-drawn carriage.

Fans lined the streets of Clitheroe to watch him arrive in style.

The guest of honour later took present requests from shoppers at Booth's supermarket in Station Road. He is back again between 10.30am and 4pm for the next two Saturdays and will also be in the store on Sunday, December 19.

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