Shoppers got up close to farmyard animals of all sizes at the Stratford Centre to celebrate Easter.

Newham Recorder: Lily Moore, 16, holds a rabbit at the Stratford CentreLily Moore, 16, holds a rabbit at the Stratford Centre (Image: Archant)

Lambs, pygmy goats, chicks, piglets and rabbits were among the attractions at the mini-Easter farm on Saturday.

The shopping centre’s mascot, Makena, also made appearances throughout the day - and even held a chicken.

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