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The Trafford Centre is never short of visitors, but families have even more reason to visit at this time of year.

Its Christmas lights have been switched on - with Santa now riding on top of a new, bigger red sleigh across The Orient food hall - and the festivities kick off in style this weekend.

On Saturday, November 15 the Christmas Parade takes place at 11.30am and 2.30pm featuring favourite characters such as Bluey and Bingo, Paddington, Gruffalo, Stickman, Hey Duggee and of course, Father Christmas himself.

The events is free, but is very popular so it's advised to get there early to grab a good spot.

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And there's lots more happening at the centre this Christmas too, including the return of its grotto , the huge Christmas f

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