Gloucester's Westgate McDonald's restaurant, owned and operated by franchisee Paul Toner, recently welcomed families for a fun-filled day of activities and a special opportunity to meet local police officers.

Smiles were all around as the police officers mingled with the visitors, sharing stories and answering questions about their important roles in the community.

The highlight for many children was the opportunity to explore the police cars and vans as well as trying on the police vests and hats.

The kids were also kept entertained with a face painting station inside the restaurant where they could choose from a variety of designs - with the McDonald's crew members joining in on the fun. Adding to the atmosphere, families also enjoyed balloon modelling sessions, where both kids and adults learned how to twist and shape balloons into creative designs.

Paul Toner, who owns and operates eight restaurants throughout Gloucestershire and who organised the event, said: "Community is at the heart of what we do and I couldn't be prouder of my fantastic team for giving their time to make this event so successful.

"This was a wonderful opportunity for families to meet the dedicated officers who work tirelessly to keep our community safe and learn more about their roles.

"At McDonald's, we understand the importance of community engagement and are enthusiastic about participating in initiatives that promote safety and unity. By providing the Gloucestershire Constabulary with a space to connect and bond with the local community, it helps them to bridge gaps and strengthen civic relationships."