Christmas shopping in Yorkshire: Festive shopping events in Halifax this weekend
Christmas shoppers will be able to kick-off their gift-buying at two events in Halifax this weekend.
Dean Clough is hosting Christmas Shopping Sunday in its Design Shop and Crossley Gallery on November 15, complete with creative workshops, from 11am until 3pm.
A number of Dean Clough’s 25 resident artists will be selling their work, from original pieces to prints and cards.
The workshops will involve wreath-making, candle-making, copper foil decorating and Lego.
And there will be performances from Halifax Chamber Choir at 12.30pm and 1.30pm.
Melanie Hall, from Dean Clough, said: "Our Christmas Shopping Sunday is designed to celebrate the exceptional talent of our local creative community while offering a fun and gentle start to the festive season.
“Whether you are looking for the perfect unique gift, wanting to participate in a creative workshop, or simply hoping to soak up the festive atmosphere with live music and great food, Dean Clough is the place to be.”
Meantime, six weeks of Christmas markets at The Piece Hall also begin this weekend.
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from Friday, November 13, the courtyard will be filled with a host of independent traders selling all sorts of treats and gifts.
Emmerdale’s Dominic Brunt, who plays Paddy Kirk, will switch on The Piece Hall’s Christmas sign and illuminate its 30-foot tree at 4.30pm on Friday.