Bars, breakfasts and burlesque - we went to see what's going on at The Piece Hall this Christmas

This weekend sees the welcoming of it's Christmas market, complete with stalls and activities, of course accompanied by the ever-popular Avalanche restaurant and bar.

A full spectrum of events are set to take place after the success of last year, with comedy from the likes of Luisa Omielan and music from the likes of Badly Drawn Boy and Lindisfarne.

Head chef Simon Dyson said the first few weeks have been a great success: "It's been great, we've been busy throughout, especially at lunchtime, when we've basically been doing 100 covers a day.

"It's all been really positive and we're looking forward to launching our Christmas menu now."

"It's small and discreet but it's focused on Christmas goods and presents, so come on down, but I'd encourage you not only to visit the fair but also our tenants, who's shops are looking beautiful.

"The Spiegeltent is put up next week with the first show on the 6th, which is the House of Burlesque. Tempest Rose is coming back with 15 girls this time, not just six, so we're all looking forward to that.

"We're looking forward to it. Our programme is bigger and we hope better this year."