CHESHIRE Police is celebrating Christmas with a carol service in Warrington this year.

The service will take place on Sunday December 19 at St Elphin's Church, Church Street, Howley.

The Cheshire Constabulary band will be playing, joined by the Grappenhall Heys Junior School Choir and the Sir Thomas Boteler Samba Band.

Sergeant Mike O'Carroll said: "This is a family event supported by Warrington Police. Residents are welcome to take part and enjoy it with us."

The event starts at 6.30pm and everyone is invited to go along to add their voices to the carols.