A popular festive market will return to a County Durham museum with artisan traders, street food and family activities.
The Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle will transform its galleries and parkland for its annual Winter Market from December 11 to 13.
More than 100 stalls will sell handmade gifts, jewellery, crafts and confectionery from independent makers and local businesses.
Winter Market at the Bowes Museum (Image: Claire Collinson)
Bowes Museum enterprises manager David Nicholls said: "The Winter Market is one of The Bowes Museum's most popular annual events, bringing together independent artists, designers, makers and food producers for a truly special weekend.
"Whether visitors are looking for unique gifts, seasonal food and drink, creative family activities or simply the opportunity to enjoy the museum in a festive atmosphere, there is something for everyone to discover."
The museum shop will sell stocking fillers inspired by its exhibitions and collection.
There will be activities for children (Image: Claire Collinson)
Street-food vendors will serve seasonal favourites and international dishes, including bratwurst sausages and Indian food.
A bar will serve mulled wine and hot chocolate, while Café Bowes will open from 10am to 4pm, with hot meals available until 3pm.
For younger visitors and families, the Create Space will host daily artist-led workshops.
Winter Market at the Bowes Museum (Image: Claire Collinson)
Children can make a flapping robin, a shimmering swan or their own wrapping paper.
Live music will run throughout the weekend, with performances inside the museum and across its grounds.
Carol singers will fill the galleries with seasonal melodies.
Winter Market at the Bowes Museum (Image: Claire Collinson)
The popular Scalextric display will also return for visitors of all ages.
Adult tickets cost £7.50 when booked by December 7, rising to £9 afterwards.
Members must also book tickets.
Entry is free for under-18s, full-time students and carers.
The event is suitable for all ages, but children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tickets include the market, food and drink stalls, an artist-led workshop, live entertainment and access to the museum’s galleries and collections.
Winter Market at the Bowes Museum (Image: Claire Collinson)
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Accessible facilities include lift access and specialist outdoor matting for stalls in the museum grounds.
Free on-site parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis, with more parking nearby.
Details and tickets are available at thebowesmuseum.org.uk/whats-on/the-winter-market.