A market with a difference
What a great evening!
Thank you to every one who came - and weren’t we lucky with the weather. Thanks too to the many, many volunteers who helped make the evening such a success - we couldn’t do it without you!
Dream it . . .
This is our third candlelit market and we hope it will be the best yet! Enjoy live music by local artistes - sip mulled apple juice from villagers’ trees and mulled wine - feast on freshly-cooked delights from Lewis and Karen, our chefs - take part in our free Christmas craft activities - admire the owls that are visiting for the event - gaze at the lighting done by the company that does the lighting for big TV shows - and, of course, stock up on presents for your loved ones (and you) from over 40 artisan stallholders showcasing goods that you can’t buy on the high street. And you can even get them gift wrapped for free, re-using paper/material/ribbon and string, courtesy of the group Eco-Friends!
Grow it . . .
Increasingly, we are having to turn away hopeful applications for stalls - the event is known to be atmospheric and great fun!
And give thanks . . .
We couldn’t host this event without the support of an anonymous donor sponsoring the lighting company (you know who you are!), the Betts family who own the courtyards, and the support of local villagers. Thank you!
Other points . . .
Dogs on lead are welcome.
This is a community event so there are no entry or parking fees.
There is something for everyone, young and old(er).
There are no street lights in Hampstead Norreys so please bring a torch and take care on the roads!
The shop stalls
This year, following popular request, we are running a pocket money stall for kiddies. We’ve searched high and low to find things for as little as 50p - not an easy task but we’ve done it!
And we are also running a gift stall with unusual and interesting goods for all the family. Throughout the year we keep a beady eye out for bargains which are passed on to you—many of our gifts are well below the recommended retail price and below that of Amazon. Who says you can’t get bargains at your local shop? Beware though, stocks are limited.
Examples:
Frozen Bubbles Kit, price on Amazon £24.99, our price only £18.45
Build a Dragon Game, price on Amazon £11.49, our price only £7.95
Mediterranean Cheese Making Kit, RRP (out of stock on Amazon £26.50), our price only £18.50
And you can get your gifts from us, or any stallholder, gift wrapped for free them gift wrapped for free, courtesy of the group Eco-Friends, who will be re-using paper/material/ribbon and string!
Our Artisan Stallholders
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Sarah, Moonlight Macarons
Home made macarons and meringue treats
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Lauretta's Xmas Crafts
Christmas wreaths, fresh and artificial, and table decorations
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Chelsie, Stoneleigh Soaps
Handmade soaps, made with a smile
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Liz, Happy Hedgehog Designs
Handmade baby and children's clothing
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Fi, Twisted root jewellery
Bracelets and earrings , semi-precious stones, leather and silk
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Martin from Glasbeards
Handmade blown glass in a variety of designs
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Tanya from Speckled Hen
Art and floristry for the home and garden
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Suzanne, White Horse Soap Co.
Handmade natural soap, balms and skincare
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Tiffanie from Wiltshire Liqueur
A range of original liqueurs
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Abby Stained Glass
Handmade stained glass art and jewellery
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Jackie, from Pewter Cards
Cards and boxes, handmade in Hampstead Norreys
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Kelli, After Shot Handmade
Recycled cartridge pictures, jewellery & accessories
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Yevheniia from Sivook
From Ukraine. Hand-decorated craft mirrors
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Debbie, from DD Crafts
Pictures, wooden plaques and decoupage bottles
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Stacey, Gypsy Rocks Jewellery
Unique handwoven and gemstone jewellery
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Kim, Lasting Impression
Christmas ornaments, decorations, coasters, stocking fillers, etc.
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Clare from Baking Bee
Sweet and savoury home-made scones
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Simon, Armadillo Images
Paintings, prints, cushions and cards
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Derek, DJ Woodturning
Handcrafted wooden items
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Sarah, The Peacock's Nest
Glass jewellery and etched glassware, personalised if you wish
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Jan from Tropic
Award-winning, vegan beauty products
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Adrian, Hillside Honey
Honey, beeswax wraps/candles, lip balms, natural polishes
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Leanne, Happy Larder Co
Tea and teawares
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Ruby’s Vintage Treasures
Vintage and modern Christmas jewellery. decorations, linens etc
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Dagmar, Lovely Happy Things
Fabric items for the home and gifts
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Janine, Sweet Pea & Spud
Handmade and upcycled wooden homeware and garden items
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Clare from Lilac and Clover
Handmade soy candles and other gifts
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Simon, Great British Mead Co.
Traditional British Mead
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Tamara, Kennet Road Crafts
Personalised, generic and photo acrylic, and wooden Items
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Shirley from Cherry Me
Air-dried fruit and vegetable crisps, handmade
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Heritage Restorations
Reindeer, handmade in Hampstead Norreys
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Leigh, Flamingo Leigh
Christmas cards, gift wrap, paper craft kits etc
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Richard, from Dr Flame
A unique way to transform a wood fire into different colours
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Nikki, Slice of Heaven
Cakes and bakes, handmade of course
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Dolly, Wyld Court Herbs
Therapeutic herbal products: balms, and herbal teas
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Phil, Hawkridge Gin
Locally-made award-winning spirits: gin, rum and vodka
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Mary and Karen
A range of handmade toys and other goods
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Georgia's Beauty
Handmade candles and wax melts, and beauty products
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Lucy from Berkshire Trout
Local trout from the clear waters of the river Dun
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Karen from S&K Woodcraft
Reclaimed handmade wooden products
