Coventry's Christmas market returns today
The big wheel, Christmas market and Festival of Christmas return to Coventry city centre
Coventry’s Christmas market and big wheel return to the city centre this today.
The festivities are held in Broadgate, where there is even a chance to meet Santa as part of the city's Festival of Christmas.
Coventry City Council say the wheel will be open from 10:00 GMT until 23:00 GMT, offering rides to all ages throughout the day.
Councillor Patricia Hetherton, Cabinet Member for City Services, added: “The arrival of our big wheel, Christmas market and Festival of Christmas really does mark the beginning of the festive season here in Coventry.
“Our festive lights will be switched on for our Festival of Christmas event, and they can be enjoyed by visitors whilst they are spending time in our city centre shopping or enjoying time in restaurants and bars and entertainment venues.
"I’m also pleased that we can offer free after 3pm parking in our car parks for the Festival of Christmas event and also for three days in the final run up to Christmas day.
“As well as Christmas, the lights are used for a number of occasions including Remembrance Day and Diwali. For Diwali lights will also be switched on along Foleshill Road and Stoney Stanton Road.”
The wheel is over 100ft at its highest point, giving panoramic views of the city.
The market and wheel will operate every day until Sunday 4 January, with the exception of Christmas Day.