A WINTER lodge has popped up in Poole to raise money for charity.

For the second year running, a taste of the Alps has come to Mai Tai in Ashley Cross.

The lodge officially opened on Friday and will offer mulled wine, cheese fondue and even chocolate fondue for dessert.

The lodge will be open Tuesday to Sunday until December 29 between 4pm and 11pm and will host a number of events including a Big Fat Christmas Quiz, Jolly Jumpers and an Apres Ski Weekender.

All proceeds will go to Forest Holme Hospice.