Keighley’s first ever Burger King branch has opened in the Airedale Shopping Centre.

Santa Claus and shopping centre mascot Filbert the Squirrel were among the special guests entertaining youngsters at the launch this morning.

The global fast-food chain has moved into a 2,000 square foot unit next to Marks & Spencer and Beales department store, creating 40 new jobs.

The Airedale Centre said the fast food outlet’s arrival was part of an ongoing effort to improve the choice on offer for the shopping precinct’s users.