HOLKER Hall's Winter Market will be returning next month with organisers calling it their 'largest ever.'

The event already boasts 80 confirmed stalls with many more spaces ready to be snapped up.

Since 2004, the festive market has grown in popularity with customers and sellers alike and this year hopes to be bigger and better than ever.

Jillian Rouse, Head of Visitor Services said: "We're thrilled to see that this event is thriving and that businesses are booking stalls as it’s a really popular date on our event calendar for visitors.

"We always find there’s a lovely atmosphere across the weekend as people are getting in that Christmas spirit and want to find something a little more unusual for gifts and stocking fillers."

Set in the courtyard, mulled wine, craft and artisanal food, home wares and decorations are on offer as well as performers doing stilt walking and circus skills for children.

Juggling Inferno will perform spectacular fire eating stunts and live music from Palladium Quartet will play.

Holker Winter Market will take place on November 5 and 6 from 10.30am until 4pm.

Entry is £2.50 per person and for more information visit www.holker.co.uk or call 015395 58328.

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