CHRISTMAS has come early to Compton Verney with a host of festive fun taking place at the art gallery this weekend.

On Saturday and Sunday (11-12), Holy Trinity Choir will be raising the roof with lunchtime carols and Compton Verney’s very own storyteller will be enthralling youngsters by telling tales through the folk art collection. Children will also be able to take part in a special Yuletide trail throughout the gallery.

Each visitor will be offered the materials to make their own Christmas cards, either to take home or add to a display of artist-designed offerings.

For details, visit comptonverney. org.uk or call 01926 645500.