A HOST of popular children’s characters will be heading down to Merry Hill next week as part of the centre’s half-term activities.

Youngsters will be entertained by television favourites, Little Charley Bear on Wednesday October 24, while Nick Jr.’s Ben and Holly will be making a special trip from their Little Kingdom to meet and greet fans on Tuesday October 30.

Also Lego and friends will be in Fountain Square every day throughout the holiday.

The following week, on Wednesday October 31, little ones are being invited to dress up and haunt the centre by taking part in its Trick or Treat Trail. As part of the Halloween event, face painters will also be on hand between 10am – 4pm, to transform youngsters into little monsters.

Kelly Reed, marketing manager at Westfield Merry Hill said:  “There will be lots of fun-filled activities and special guest appearances to make sure your little ones are entertained all week long, come rain or shine!”

Tickets for meet and greet sessions are free and will be available on a first come first served basis from 9am on the day of each event in Eat Central.

Maps for the Trick or Treat trail can be collected from the concierge desk on the day.