Santa on stilts among attractions at 1-day Christmas market

Hinckley's popular Festive Feast food and craft market will be returning this year, with live music, 45 stalls selling gifts, food and drink, and Santa will be showing up on his stilts. The event will take place at the town's Market Place on Sunday, December 15, and will be open from 10am until 4pm.

Dozens of stalls will be offering a range of goods and treats including hot and cold street food, warming mulled wine and cider, crafts and gifts. Visitors to the free event will be able to enjoy live music from Richie Phillips and entertainment from radio station Fosse 107.

Deputy leader of Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council Mark Bools said: “Everyone loves a Christmas craft, food and shopping market, and I am delighted that once again we can put on this event. I urge everyone to come and support this local shopping and eating experience.

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“There is something for all the family. Enjoy a tasty treat, do some Christmas shopping and get into the spirit of the season. As a reminder, parking is free in council car parks on Sundays so, please wrap up warm and come along and soak up the festive atmosphere.”

The names of some of the stall holders attending include: German Swing Grill, Garlic Mushrooms, Slow Cured Meats, Mac n’ Cheese, Organic Farm BBQ, Hog Roast, Indian, Bubble Waffles, Wood Smoked BBQ, Local Deli, Stick Waffles, Cupcakes, Cakes and Bakes, Crepes, Local Cheese, Chocolate Bouquets, Take Home Pies, Jams and Chutneys, Traditional Sweets, Warming Mulled Wine, Local Bottled Gin, Craft Beer Cans, Doughnuts, Barista Coffee and Hot Chocolates, Hot Sauces, Traditional Fudge, Fresh Olives, Handmade Jewellery, Hair Accessories, Home Fragrance, Local Crafts, Homemade Dog Biscuits, Scarves and Accessories, Christmas Decorations, Stained Glass Crafts, Essences, Pet Food Bank, Wool Products, Bath Bombs and Melts, Earrings, Handmade Metal Objects, Diamond Art and Crafts, Pet Beds and Accessories.

Car parking in all council car parks is free every Sunday.