Dog lovers will be able to bring their pet pooch to meet 'Santa Paws' at a new festive experience.

Dobbies will be holding events at its Bury St Edmunds garden centres and will be allowing visitor's furry companions to join them on a magical journey to Santa's Grotto. 

Dogs and their owners will be able to meet Father Christmas and have the moment captured with a professional photograph.

Before leaving, dogs will receive a toy carefully selected by Santa and tailored to their size. 

Santa Paws at DobbiesDobbies has announced it is bringing the Santa Paws event to its Bury St Edmunds store. (Image: Stewart Attwood) Dobbies' events programme manager, Ayesha Nickson is a proud dog owner and is thrilled to be inviting pooches to the stores.

She said: "Our beloved Santa Paws experience offers a truly magical moment for dog lovers and their furry companions this Christmas.

"It has gained immense popularity in recent years, often selling out and we are delighted to be bringing it to our Bury St Edmunds store to provide a memorable experience for everyone." 

The experience costs £9.99 per dog and costs £12.99 per child.

The event is also partnering with Dogs Trust, the UK's leading dog welfare charity, so when purchasing a ticket online you have the option to donate to Dogs Trust's mission of caring for, rehabilitating and rehoming thousands of dogs every year. 

Dogs are welcome in all Dobbies stores and in dedicated areas of the restaurant. People are encouraged to act fast to secure their spot and avoid disappointment. 

Dobbies confirmed earlier this month that its two stores in Suffolk would remain open despite the closure of 17 unprofitable other stores. 

The Santa Paws experience is available from Thursday, December 5, to Tuesday, December 24.