A POPULAR Christmas parade is back for its 53rd show this December.

The Broadstone Christmas Parade brings out the community feel during the festive season with over 40 parade acts including Top Hats Motorcycle Riders and The Pirates of Poole.

Santa will also be making a jolly appearance along with large tractors and firefighters.

A spokesperson for the parade said: “We are supported by local community groups and businesses with the parade being organised by volunteers.

“As well as the parade, Musical Markets will return, with stalls opening from 10am -  3pm and musical entertainment until 1:30pm.

“There is also a Christmas Window Trail, find the familiar character in the local businesses windows with a chance to win Smyths Toy Vouchers donated by Angels Above Tattoos And Piercings, Savills Estate Agents and more.

“This years charity is Corfe Mullen Food Bank which supports Poole & Wimborne areas. Santa will be collecting food after the parade in his grotto, at the Broadstone Methodist Church.”

Broadstone Christmas Parade will take place on December 7 starting from Story Lane and continuing through Lower Blandford Road.