Londoners enjoy woodland neighbors

Londoners enjoy woodland neighbors

As Britain ploughs through another week under lockdown, one east London suburb has found cheer in visits by a herd of friendly deer.

Deer roam through London suburb Location: Romford, London SOUNDBITE (English) ROMFORD RESIDENT, CHRISTINA ELLIS, SAYING: "My little girl thinks that Santa has sent the reindeers because we're all locked down so that he can keep an eye on everyone and make sure everyone's safe." The woodland creatures have lived in the area for years But thanks to the lockdown Residents now have time to enjoy their company (SOUNDBITE (English) ROMFORD RESIDENT, CATARINA SHARPE, SAYING: (SOUNDBITE BEGINS ON PREVIOUS SHOT) "More people are walking around now, they're sort of taking their exercise, so it's nice to have the deer here as well."