An early festive present is to be given to people visiting towns in part of Norfolk - free parking on Saturdays in the run-up to Christmas.

South Norfolk Council is waiving charges in its car parks on Saturdays in December - the 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th of the month.

Councillor Lee Hornby said: 'Our market towns have some wonderful shops, ideal for picking up unique and special Christmas gifts. There are also some great places to stop for a cup of coffee and a bite to eat.'

Free parking will be available at the following car parks:

Diss: Park Road, Chapel Street Lower, Chapel Street Upper, Church Street, Weavers Court, Mount Street, Shelfanger Road East, Shelfanger Road West.

Wymondham: Back Lane, Town Green, Market Street, Cemetery Lane.

Loddon: Church Plain and the Staithe.