Farm animals are returning to a popular Rochford garden centre giving youngsters the chance to meet them.

Chicks, rabbits, ponies, sheep, ducklings and more farm animals will be coming to Scott's of Southend at the end of August.

The Sutton Road nursery and garden centre is giving youngsters the chance to meet, stroke and take photos with the adorable animals while learning facts about them.

The centre's new VR ride will also be running and the Hungry Harry's snack bar will be open to visitors.

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Families will need to book a time slot between 9am and 4pm, with two hours to enjoy the animals.

The 'Meet The Farm Animals' events will be at Scott's of Southend on August 23, 24 and 25.

A spokesman for the centre urged guests: "Please bare in mind that if the weather is very warm we will be giving the animals regular breaks – this will not affect your enjoyment of the event.

"All visitors must follow guidance from the Gemma’s Farm team when handling animals, any one found not following this advice maybe asked to leave with no refunds given. The animals welfare is paramount."

To book a slot, visit www.scottsofsouthend.co.uk/meet-summer-animals-at-scotts-of-southend. Tickets cost £3 and each guest in one party will need a ticket.