YOUNGSTERS will be able to get close to a host of farm animals during an event at the Great Yorkshire Showground on Easter Saturday.

Tickets for Springtime Live are available in advance and online only until noon on Friday, March 30.

The event will feature a host of farm animals from chicks to lambs, piglets to calves, goats and rare breed sheep. There will also be demonstrations, workshops and entertainment from CBeebies Mr Bloom and his band.

Five-year-old Emily Tam, from Guiseley, enjoyed a sneak preview with some of the chicks.

Charles Mills, Show Director, said: "Make sure you book your tickets now for our annual family event showcasing farming and rural life through hands on activities and entertainment. Don’t forget once inside, every activity is free. We look forward to seeing you in a week’s time."

Little ones will be able to hold and learn about chicks thanks to Eggucation. There will also be reptiles and bug encounters, vintage and new tractors as well as a bike track, climbing wall and face painting.

Springtime Live will be at the Great Yorkshire Showground, in Harrogate, on Easter Saturday March 31, from 9am to 4.30pm. Tickets cost £10 for adults and £5 for children from www.springtimelive.co.uk