RESIDENTS of two Blackburn estates enjoyed a Christmas fair organised by social housing firm Twin Valley Homes. The event, for residents of the Galligreaves and Griffin estate, took place at the Hancock Children’s Centre in Hancock Street.

A snow machine ensured a white Christmas, with refreshments and stalls selling Christmas presents and goodies, which raised £160 to take children on the estate on trips in the new year.

Santa Claus also made an appearance, ably assisted by Coun Carol Walsh.