A FESTIVE fair is being held for the public to get up close with alpacas.

Christmas shoppers can browse craft stalls and meet and greet friendly farm animals.

Visitors will also get a chance to feed the alpacas.

The fair takes place on Saturday, December 3, at Alpaca Acres, based at The Laurels, Chappel Road in Great Tey, Colchester.

Entry costs £3 per person.

For more information, go to the Alpaca Acres Facebook page.