Santa Claus brings festive cheer to Lanarkshire town as Reindeer Day returns

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Reindeer Day returned to Strathaven for the first time in three years and families turned out in their droves for the fun-filled festive parade.Around 5000 people descended on the town centre for the magical moment and up to 200 excited children visited Santa in his grotto at Climate Action Strathaven.Competition winners Millie of St Patrick’s Primary and Chapelton Primary pupil Bonnie were all smiles as they joined Santa on his sleigh for the parade.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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