The spirit of Christmas was alive and kicking when villagers turned out in force for the Benwick Santa Special.

Cambs Times: Fairground rides were set up in the village for the event.Fairground rides were set up in the village for the event. (Image: Archant)

Free fun fair rides and an Elvis impersonator were among the attractions on offer for the second year of festive fun in the village.

Cambs Times: Santa and 'Elvis' with youngsters.Santa and 'Elvis' with youngsters. (Image: Archant)

The event is hosted thanks to a team of helpers ,including people from the 22-strong Neighbourhood Watch team, who put hours into making sure the event ran successfully.

Cambs Times: Santa met village youngsters and gathered last-minute present requests.Santa met village youngsters and gathered last-minute present requests. (Image: Archant)

Haulage firms whose lorries come through Benwick and other local businesses donated funds to help stage the £6,000 event.

Fun fair rides at the attraction were a giant ferris wheel, a fast paced Miami ride for teenagers, three children’s rides, a rifle range, coconut shut and life size Minnie and Mickey mouse.

There was Mr and Mrs Santa, elves, reindeer and plenty of refreshments.