Festive market comes to Heysham village complete with Father Christmas on his sleigh

There will be artisan stalls, a large marquee, a meet, treat and greet with Wreay Syke Alpacas, Father Christmas on his sleigh with Thwaites

Shire horses and The Royal Heysham pub will be open for food and drink inside and outside their heated tent, which will also have live music.

The market is on Saturday, December 9 and Sunday, December 10, from 12pm-6pm both days.

Meet the alpacas on Saturday from 12.30pm – 2.30pm.

Thwaites Shire Horses and Father Christmas on his sleigh will be at the market on Sunday from 12pm-2pm weather dependent for the horses wellbeing.

Elsa from Frozen will make a special guest appearance on Saturday and Sunday, 2pm-3pm for great photo opportunities.

There will also be Narnia snow princesses and other characters to discover.

Come and say hello to Stormy Sam from The Lifeboats and give him a donation.

There will be a raffle with vouchers and prizes donated by local businesses and the proceeds will be reinvested in the community.

Free parking is available on the Heysham village main car park, LA3 2RL but people are advised to walk where possible.

Entry is £1 per adult and the advice is to bring cash and card for the 26 artisan stall holders.

The Christmas market is on the The Royal Heysham pub car park but the main pedestrian entrance is at Main Street, LA3 2RN, Royal Fold.

Heysham Neighbourhood Council who organised the event said: “Overall, you can expect a great family event to celebrate and support our local community.

“There is also an opportunity to follow our Angel trail around the village created by Heysham residents of all ages, in workshops and their homes.

“Have a wander around our quaint village and call in at Heysham Jubilee Institute where you can view and discuss their plans to renovate the building and have a say about what you’d like to see it being used for.

“The Weighing Scales are back and you can also try some Nettle drink, and have a wander around the charity shop.

“Heysham Heritage Centre will be open too, go in and discover the history behind the local area from the knowledgeable volunteers.

“Heysham Power station have funded new Christmas lights for the past two years.

“The Christmas Tree this year looks very impressive.

“They also support other activities in the village for all to enjoy.

“Like and follow Heysham Neighbourhood Council page on Facebook to follow our events and local news and what’s on updates in the area.

“This year our Northwest small village entry into Britain in Bloom won another gold and best small village in the Northwest .

“Get in touch if you’d like to be involved, on the Facebook page or email [email protected] and join our friendly team.”