Rudolph might be preparing to fly Santa’s sleigh across the world but there are other reindeer much closer to home.

Keepers at Wild Place Project have been giving their reindeers, Holly and Molly, extra attention in the run up to Christmas.

They have been grooming their thick coats as well as trimming and cleaning their hooves.

The reindeer are also being given their favourite treat of sugar beet.

Holly and Molly are both six years old and weigh 85kg.

Nigel Simpson, head of operations at Wild Place Project, said: “Father Christmas rang us the other day to ask if we could help if his reindeer get tired. I know he travels very fast but Holly and Molly are strong and healthy and they will have no problem helping to pull his sleigh.”

Keepers at Wild Place Project are giving regular talks about the reindeer.

For more details visit wildplace.org.uk.