Bin men were captured delivering a birthday surprise to their biggest fan, Tillie Smart.

The video, posted by Tillie's mum, Nicola McPherson, 33, has gained more than 500 likes on Facebook.

The three-year-old goes out to watch Howard, Jack and Matt drive past her grandmother Wendy's house in Landseer Avenue, Northfleet, every Thursday.

Dinosaur-mad Tillie thinks the giant bin lorry sounds just like her favourite prehistoric animals, and makes the special trip each week to see it.

Mum Nicola, of St Andrews Court, Gravesend, is hoping to arrange another delivery in time for Christmas.

She said: "She goes and stands by the wall on Thursdays, and they wave every week.

"I'll probably get a Christmas card and ask them to write in it for her."

The dinosaur, purchased by Nicola's sister Vicki, was the perfect gift for Tillie's birthday on Saturday, December 1.

Facebook commenters have praised the bin men, who work for Gravesham Borough Council, and are a favourite with locals.

Stuart Alford, assistant director (environment) at Gravesham Borough Council said: "When Nicola told the crew about Tillie’s birthday and how she loves to watch the lorry, they were more than happy to deliver the birthday surprise.

"The guys were really happy to be able to make Tillie smile."