Festive fun for all the family at Hillsborough Christmas Market

Lining The Dark Walk through to Hillsborough Fort was a whole host of artisan food and drink producers, street food trucks, art, craft and beauty offerings from traders located across the council area and further afield.

Commenting on the success of the event, Alderman Allan Ewart MBE, Chair of the council’s Development Committee said, “After the success of last year’s Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market the excitement was high for this year and once again it didn’t disappoint.

“It was great to see so many families and friends brave the cold to show support their local artisan producers and makers.

"Local businesses in the village extended their opening hours and it was great to see everyone get into the Christmas spirt right across Royal Hillsborough. Both the market and business traders welcomed high numbers of customers who enjoyed their goods! ”

After it being such a hit last year, the council pulled out all the stops once again by calling upon the local community to provide the seasonal entertainment.

The sweet sounds of the Downshire Primary School Choir, Beechlawn School and local acoustic musicians filled the air in the picturesque setting.

Children enjoyed seasonal craft activities where they could make their own unique Christmas decorations with the help of Santa’s elves. There was even a visit from a very famous face, Santa Claus himself.