CHILDREN from a Newport nursery were hand delivered a festive tree by Father Christmas.

Over 40 children from St Woolos nursery took part in the annual Christmas tree hunt which involved children and parents searching Belle Vue Park for a suitable tree for their classroom.

But after all trees were deemed unsuitable and it looked a lost cause, Father Christmas turned up to save the day.

He presented them with a tree for the nursery as well as giving everyone a Christmas selection box.

The children then thanked Father Christmas by singing carols that they’ll be performing at their Christmas concert.

Katherine Dickinson, 42, a teacher at the nursery, said: “It’s a traditional thing we do every year to help us find a Christmas tree. The children loved it. All the parents were talking about how wonderful it was to see the children’s faces light up when Santa arrived with a tree."

“It was a really good day and the children went straight home so they’ll come in after the weekend and see the tree decorated in the nursery.”