Free to good home – a snowman!
Shoppers may have noticed a 5ft tall snowman giving them a frosty reception when they walk into a Shrewsbury sweet store – but it won't be for much longer.
Staff at chocolate and confectionary shop Thorntons are preparing to bid farewell to a long-standing friend of theirs.
The polystyrene snowman has been at the Pride Hill shop for a couple of years but now staff are offering the festive friend to a good home this Christmas for free.
Store manager Sylvia Holt said she is looking for any takers such as a local charity who are are willing to pick up the snowman.
She said: "We've had him for a while now and we're looking for a new home for him, whether that be a charity who wants him for whatever reason or perhaps somebody who is hosting an event this festive season.
"There must be someone out there who wants him and we don't want anything at all for him.
"We think it would be especially nice for a charity to have him. The kids in particular will love him."
Anyone who has room for the snowman and can offer him a place to stay is asked to pick him up from the store themselves.
Ms Holt said: "He's bulky rather than heavy so it shouldn't be too much trouble to pick him up.
"I'd suggest getting in there quick or he'll be gone."
If you have space for the snowman or know anyone who might be interested in giving him a new home you should contact Ms Holt on (01743) 364895 or alternatively pop into Thorntons on Pride Hill, Shrewsbury.