CHILDREN'S favourite Peppa Pig helped launch a pre-school at it Christmas craft fair.

Peppa was a hit with youngsters as she welcomed them through the doors of the fair at Sticky Fingers Pre-school and nursery, Bishop Allenby Hall, Droitwich Road, Barbourne.

As well as bringing a bit of Christmas cheer, she also had the important job of opening the pre-school which has just switched from a charity to being privately-run.

Claire Thomas, playgroup manager, said: "The day was amazing, I felt so touched by how busy the event was from start to finish.

"It was truly lovely once again to see old, new and existing families.

"Sticky Fingers events always have such wonderful support and I wish to thank everyone who contributed, attended and made the day special.

"I feel extremely proud of my team who put in so much effort to make the day happen.

"I would like to say a huge thank you to my family who have been an amazing support through the process too."

The event raised money for the children of Sticky Fingers and will be used to buy an ipod as the children love dance and movement.