Abbey Wood youngsters enjoyed a Christmas surprise when a little donkey turned up for their nativity play.

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Shrek with pupils and staff at Willow Bank Primary School

Parents were welcomed to Willow Bank Primary School's 'mane' event of the year by the four-legged friend.

A far-cry from Bethlehem, festive fur-ball Shrek delighted parents and youngsters alike on their arrival to the Seacourt Road school.

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Shrek with young actors at Willow Bank School

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Head teacher Joanne Hayward said the appearance of the donkey linked with animal husbandry lessons taught at the school which has a bee hive and 10 chickens.