Ripon’s historic Market Place will host a three-day Christmas artisan market from Friday 20 November to Sunday 22 November, with independent traders, seasonal food and festive gifts expected to draw visitors into the city.
The Little Bird Ripon Christmas Artisan Market will return for a second year, with traditional wooden market huts set against the backdrop of Ripon’s Market Place and its famous obelisk.
Visitors will be able to browse handcrafted gifts, seasonal decorations, bespoke jewellery and food and drink from regional traders.
The event will run alongside the Cathedral Christmas Food and Gift Fair, which is also scheduled for Friday 20 and Saturday 21 November, giving visitors two festive shopping events to explore over the weekend.
Jackie Crozier, managing director of Little Bird Made, said the organisers were pleased to be bringing the market back to Ripon for a second year.
Jackie Crozier, Managing Director of Little Bird Made, said: We are absolutely thrilled to bring the Ripon Christmas Markets back to the heart of the city for the second year running.
Lilla Bathurst, manager of Ripon BID, said the events were expected to encourage people to visit the city centre and support independent businesses.
Lilla Bathurst, Manager of Ripon BID, said: Christmas markets are a huge driver of footfall for town and city centres, and Ripon is no exception.
The organisers say the events will provide an opportunity for visitors to discover independent makers and artisans while supporting local retailers, cafés and hospitality businesses during the Christmas shopping season.
Further information about the market and opportunities for traders is available from Little Bird Made.