TREES, WREATHS AND OTHER CHRISTMAS GREENERY

Adam Corbally is now selling a massive selection of Christmas Trees, Wreaths and Christmas baskets at his cabin on Glossop Outdoor Market and will be open all day tomorrow at the Christmas Market.

LIGHT SWITCH ON IS TONIGHT IN GLOSSOP

EARLY SEASONS GREETINGS FROM THE FESTIVITIES WEEKEND COMMITTEE

SPARE A THOUGHT FOR OTHERS THIS CHRISTMAS

We're all looking forward to the festivities this weekend in Glossop but we wanted to take a few minutes of your time to remind you to spare a thought for those who are less fortunate than we are and who, for one reason or another, are dreading the festive season.  Make an extra portion of your favourite dish and give it to the pensioner up the street who is struggling to make ends meet and can't afford a hot meal every day.  Pop in to see that neighbour who lives alone and rarely goes out.  Pass on an unused blanket or duvet to the old lady who can't afford to keep warm with the rising cost of fuel.  Buy an extra can of food when you go to the supermarket and donate it to your local food bank.    If we all do a little we can help to make Christmas happier for everyone.

SANTA CLAUS IS ON HIS WAY TO GLOSSOP

Santa will be arriving in Glossop at 6pm tomorrow night to help switch on the Christmas Lights, together with the Mayor of High Peak and a mystery guest!   He will also be at the Christmas Market all day on Saturday so be sure to come and pay him a visit.

NICHE MARKIT WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Niche Markit will be at the Christmas Market on Saturday with a selection of toys, decorations and other festive goods. They also sell a wide range of white goods and new and used furniture which they will deliver to your door at no extra cost.  Niche Markit have been on Glossop Outdoor Market for nearly 3 years now and they also have a shop in Glossop Market Arcade where they sell a wide range of electrical goods and toys amongst other things.

KEL AND JO WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Kel and Jo have had the cafe on Glossop Outdoor Market for many years and they will be open as usual for our Christmas Market this Saturday.  If you want a change from all of the festive fare which will be on offer this Saturday then the outdoor cafe is the place to go with it's menu of home cooked, traditional English food.  You're can always be sure of a warm welcome from Kel, Jo and Cheryl whatever the weather.

Specials this week include:

Bacon butty with  tea or coffee before 12 o'clock £2.00
Corned beef hash with either red cabbage or betroot, a muffin with tea or coffe £3.00
Meat and Potato Pie, Chips, Peas & Gravy with tea or coffee £3.00

Large Breakfast with tea or coffee £3.40
Chicken Curry and Chips with tea or coffee £3.00

Winter warmers are back on the menu this week.

Vegetable soup and a bread roll - £1.00 in a cup or £2.00 in a bowl

Plus lots of other delicious home cooked meals available from the regular menu.

We especially recommend the corned beef hash and the meat and potato pie, they're delcious and the portion sizes are massive.

ADAM CORBALLY WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Adam Corbally has been a regular trader on Glossop Market since he was 19 years old and he will be at this Saturday's Christmas Market with a selection of Christmas Trees, Wreaths and fresh fruit and vegetables.  Adam delivers free of charge in the Glossop area so you can have your Christmas tree or Christmas fruit and veg. order delivered direct to your door.

THE STAGE IS SET FOR THE WEEKENDS FESTIVITIES

Last minute preparations are being made by High Peak Borough Council and the Lights Switch on Committee members to ensure that everyone has a happy and safe time at this weekends festivities in Glossop.  The traders are busy ensuring that they have got lots of festive goodies to make your Christmas a memorable one and the entertainers are polishing up their performances to be at the peak of perfection.

Over the last couple of weeks we have done our best to give you a taste of what's to come this weekend if we have left any traders or entertainers out this is an oversight on our part for which we can only apologise.

 "WE HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A FANTASTIC WEEKEND". 

UKE STRUMMERS WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

These four talented young men will be at the Christmas Market this Saturday to entertain you from 3.30pm onwards in the marquee on the market ground.

HIGH PEAK WOMENS AID WILL BE HAVING A STALL AT GLOSSOP CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON

There will be a pop up charity trestle market at the Christmas Lights Switch on this Friday night in Glossop.  One of the charities that will be represented will be High Peak Women's Aid who will be manning a stall and the traders of Glossop Outdoor Market wish them lots of luck.

TAKE THE STING OUT OF CHRISTMAS BY SHOPPING AT GLOSSOP OUTDOOR MARKET

All of the traders are looking forward to the Christmas market on Saturday and have worked hard alongside High Peak Borough Council to make it a day to remember for everyone.  The market will be packed with stalls selling everything you need to make your Christmas a happy and memorable one.  There will also be all day entertainment and free crafts for children.

We hope to see you all at the Christmas market and also at our general markets which are held every Friday and Saturday throughout the year, plus, Local Produce Markets every second Saturday of the month.  Please support your local market all year round.

Whilst the country is in the grips of the worst recession since the 1930's it makes good sense to shop at your local market where there are bargains to be had for all.  When money isn't as plentiful as we would like, especially at this time of year, don't cut corners on your festive food and drink, shop at the market where you will, on average, spend 33% less than you would at a big supermarket chain for the same goods.   Plus, money spent locally is more likely to be re-spent locally so you help to boost the local economy too!

At Glossop Outdoor Market we have a great range of stalls where you can shop for gifts for everyone on your list.  If you've got an avid reader on your list, Bookworm has thousands of nearly new books for you to choose from priced at just £1.00 each.  Brian's Bargains have scarves and gloves priced at £1.00 and Niche Markit have Disney scooters for £15.00.  Just a small example of the many bargains to be had.  If you're looking for something special to wear over the holidays pay a visit to Stephanie who has a range of designer items at prices to suit every pocket.  Looking for nibbles and other yummy things to eat, see Gill and Kevin who have a vast selection of festive food on offer.  Most of the food that they sell is top of the range supermarket seconds and isn't boxed but is excellent value non the less and is more environmentally friendly.  Dave Green at The Key Cabin has a selection of tools for the avid DIY addict and also wrist watches which always make a good gift.  If you're looking for jewellery, Val's Gems is the stall for you, all of the jewellery is handmade by Val who is an artisan of the highest calibre.  If you're looking for a present for your pet then why not pay Liz at the pet food cabin a visit and have a browse around.  For Christmas trees, wreaths and fruit and vegetables for the festive season, a visit to Adam Corbally's cabin is a must.  Adam offers free delivery locally too so you don't have to struggle with getting your goods home.  Free delivery is also offered by some of the other traders on the outdoor market too.

FOSBROOK WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Fosbrook Folk Education Trust will be at the Christmas market on Saturday.  This group of talented young ladies and gentlemen will be entertaining you with a selection of traditional clog dancing and music.  Fosbrook Folk Education Trust is run by Liza Austin who, for many years, has taught local children the art of traditional clog dancing and music to keep this North West tradition alive and to pass on skills to the next generation.  They will be performing in the marquee on the market ground from 2pm onwards.

BOBBY'S BANGERS WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Bobby's Bangers will be at the Christmas market this coming Saturday and they will have some new flavours with a seasonal twist.  The sausages that these guys sell are top quality, extremely meaty and full of flavour.  All of the ingredients used in them are fresh and we recommend trying the pork with black pudding which is a very tasty sausage indeed and makes a fabulous banger butty!

JACK BADGER WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Coat Hook from Jack Badger

Jack Badger will be at the Christmas Market this coming Saturday.  They are a group of artisans who sell a wide variety of unusual items crafted from wood.  Amongst the things which they make are coat hooks, welly pullers and magic wands to name but a few.  They also have an extensive range of  other, larger items such as oak carved doors which you can find on their website here www.jackbadger.co.uk

NEWHOUSE FARM WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Newhouse Farm will be at our Christmas Market this Saturday.  All of the meat which they sell is home reared and slaughtered as required so you are guaranteed not only top quality produce but also meat which is full of flavour.  Newhouse Farm are very popular at our Local Produce Markets and are happy to supply all of your Christmas meat requirements.

GILL AND KEVIN WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Gill and Kevin have been standing Glossop Outdoor Market for over 40 years now and every week they have a vast selection of bargains for their customers.  At the Christmas market they will be selling lots of festive food including mince pies, Christmas cake, speciality biscuits and chocolates.  Gill and Kevin's is one of the most popular stalls on our market so we would advise you to get there early on Saturday to stock up on your festive food before it's all gone!

BRIANS BARGAINS WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Regulars at Glossop Outdoor Market will all know Brian and Sid the dog.  Brian will be at the Christmas Market on Saturday selling a range of scarves, gloves and hats from just £1.00 each (or a pair for gloves!).  He will also be bringing a range of thermals to beat the freeze and a selection of toys and stocking fillers.

Brian will also be at the market on Friday with his usual selection of bed linen, pillows, duvets, cushions, cushion covers and the market mascot, Sid the dog.

ORGAN GRINDER COMING TO THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

We've got an authentic, Victorian organ grinder coming to the Christmas Market on Saturday.  Note to all animal lovers, the monkey is mechanical!

THE CASUAL VACANCY BY J K ROWLING

Bookworm pre-loved books has one copy of The Casual Vacancy by J K Rowling which will be on sale this Saturday at the low price of £7.00 (Amazon r.r.p. is £9.00 plus £2.80 p.p.).  It will be on a first come first served basis so if anyone is interested please leave a comment either Facebook or Twitter and we'll notify the lucky person.

HOWARD TOWN BREWERY WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Howard Town Brewery will be at the Christmas Market on Saturday.  They sell a fantastic range of locally brewed beer which is available in bottles or in a box!   The range included season specialities such as Rudolph the Red and Robins Nest.

GIVE A CHILD A CHRISTMAS

The traders of Glossop Outdoor Market would like to say thank you to everyone who donated toys to our Give a Child a Christmas campaign.  Thanks to your generosity, 20 bags and boxes of toys have been donated and will be handed over on Friday to Rod who will soon be on his way back to Bosnia.  We have been overwhelmed at the response from the good people of the High Peak and we are sure that there will be some very happy children in Bosnia this Christmas thanks to you all.

GLOSSOP OLD BAND WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Glossop Old Band will be at the Christmas Market between 11am and 1pm this Saturday.  They are a very talented bunch of musicians and will be playing a wide variety of seasonal music which we are sure you will enjoy.

They will also be at The Lights Switch on event in Norfolk Square on 30th November at 6pm, playing Christmas Carols around the tree.

ALL THE FUN OF THE FAIR AT GLOSSOP CHRISTMAS MARKET

What Christmas market would be complete without some good old fashioned fairground rides to keep the children entertained.

THANKS TO ADAM CORBALLY FOR DONATING PROPS FOR SANTA'S CABIN

Most people will recognise Adam Corbally from The Apprentice for his quick wit and thinking outside the box.  Adam is also one of the regular traders on Glossop Outdoor Market and this years Vice-Chairman of the Glossop Branch of the NMTF.

Adam has kindly donated a Christmas tree and a huge amount of greenery for us to decorate Santa's cabin with this year and we are very grateful.  Thanks Adam.

THE BAKEWELL SOAP CO. WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

The Bakewell Soap Co. will be at the Christmas Market this Saturday with a gorgeous selection of handmade body rubs and other sweet smelling gift ideas.  If you want a sneak preview, you can find their website here www.bakewellsoap.co.uk

ONLY 4 DAYS UNTIL THE FESTIVITIES IN GLOSSOP

There will be lots to do in Glossop this weekend for the whole family.

We start off the weekend on Friday 30th November at 5pm with the lights switch on event in Norfolk Square.  Amongst the attractions will be carol singing around the tree, a charity trestle market, festive food and drink and children's rides.

On Saturday 1st December we are holding a large Christmas Market on the old world, cobbled market ground from 10am until 4.30pm.  There will be all day music and entertainment, more festive food, crafts for children and a whole host of stalls where you can enjoy doing your Christmas shopping.

ALL READY FOR CHRISTMAS IN THE MARKET ARCADE

Our friends at Niche Markit in the Market Arcade have been busy getting their shop all dressed up ready for the start of the Christmas period and we couldn't resist sharing this lovely meerkat Santa with you.  Janet Spencer who runs the shop has a massive selection of goods on offer including Cars, Spiderman and Mini Mouse scooters which are just £15 each (r.r.p. £25.99).  If you want to spread the cost of Christmas over the next few weeks you can also leave a deposit on any item and then make weekly payments until your item is paid for.

If you can't find what you're looking for in the Niche Markit arcade shop then why not pay a visit to the Niche Markit cabin on Glossop Outdoor Market where Ric will be happy to help you choose something from a selection of white goods, new and used furniture, garden accessories, tools and other items.

UNUSUAL CHRISTMAS GIFT

If you're looking for an unusual gift for someone this Christmas we would recommend popping into Niche \Markit on Glossop Outdoor Market and checking out this chair.  It's one of a kind and craftsman made and would certainly make a gift with a difference for some lucky person on Christmas Day.

SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN

Not long now until Santa Claus is coming to Glossop Christmas Market.  Just 7 sleeps to go.

THANK YOU TO GEORGE STREET LOFT, GLOSSOP

We've got a hectic week next week preparing for the Christmas Market, starting on Monday, when we are getting Santa's cabin ready for him.  We would like to say a massive thank you to George Street Loft, in Glossop, who have been kind enough to lend us some props from their beautiful shop to make Santa feel at home and give his cabin a warm and cozy feel.

You can find George Street Loft at  www.georgestreetloft.co.uk where they sell a fantastic range of stoves, accessories and wood.

ONLY 9 DAYS TO GO UNTIL GLOSSOP CHRISTMAS MARKET

Only 9 days to go until Glossop Christmas Market.  Last minute preparations are being made behind the scenes as traders and High Peak Borough Council get ready for our Christmas Market on 1st December.  The musicians are tuning up, vocal chords are being put through their paces and dancers are limbering up to bring you a whole day of non stop entertainment.  Santa Clause is on standby and traders are preparing their festive stock to give you a Christmas Market to remember.  The whole team are working hard to be ready for our big day and to help you have a magical time at Glossop Christmas Market.

A big thank you also to all of those behind the scenes who are continuing to work hard to make this a day to remember for traders and customers alike.

ONLY 8 DAYS TO GO UNTIL GLOSSOP CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON

 Norfolk Square Glossop

By this time next week preparations will be under way to transform Norfolk Square ready for the Christmas Lights switch on on Friday 30th November 2012.  We can't promise snow but we can promise that this community event will be fun from start to finish.  Santa and his reindeer will be making an appearance, there will be carol singing around the tree, entertainment from local school choirs, a charity pop up market, festive food and drink, some kiddies fairground rides and a very special person will be there to switch on the lights.  We'd love to tell you who it is but we don't know yet, all we can say is that it will be someone who has been chosen by the people of Glossop for their hard work in our community.

BOOKWORM WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Affordable Gifts for all from Bookworm

Bookworm pre-loved books have been regular traders on Glossop Outdoor Market for over 2 years, selling a massive selection of pre-loved paperback and hardback books.  For our Christmas Market they have got something planned for you all to help you cut down the cost of Christmas in these economically uncertain times.  All hardback books will be reduced to just £1.00 each, making them ideal stocking fillers.  Most of the hardbacks have been read only once and they also have a selection of new books too which will be priced at £1.00 each.

They also have a small quantity of quality Shudehill photo frames for £3.50 each.

BOOKWORM BARGAIN OF THE WEEK

Bookworm pre-loved books are having a stock take to make way for their new Christmas stock and have a wide selection of multi-packs of greetings cards for sale at just 50 pence per pack.  They also have rolls of birthday wrapping paper available for only 10 pence per roll!  Yes, just 10 pence per roll - you can't get a better bargain than that anywhere in Glossop.

THIS WEEKS SPECIALS AT KEL AND JO'S CAFE

Specials this week include:

Bacon butty with  tea or coffee before 12 o'clock £2.00
Corned beef hash with either red cabbage or betroot, a muffin with tea or coffe £3.00
Meat and Potato Pie, Chips, Peas & Gravy with tea or coffee £3.00

Large Breakfast with tea or coffee £3.40
Chicken Curry and Chips with tea or coffee £3.00

Winter warmers are back on the menu this week.

Vegetable soup and a bread roll - £1.00 in a cup or £2.00 in a bowl

Plus lots of other delicious home cooked meals available from the regular menu.

We especially recommend the corned beef hash and the meat and potato pie, they're delcious and the portion sizes are massive.

SANTA WILL BE AT OUR CHRISTMAS MARKET

Santa will be at our Christmas Market.  We have been busy preparing a cabin for Santa Clause at our Christmas Market so that you can all come down and tell him what you want to find in your stocking on Christmas Day.  As Santa is usually so busy at this time of year we are all so happy that he is taking time out of his busy schedule to come and visit our special festive market to say hello to all of the boys and girls of Glossop and the North West.  Thanks Santa, we're looking forward to seeing you.

JULIAN WILL BE AT OUR CHRISTMAS MARKET

Julian is a regular at our Local Produce Markets and is always a big hit with the customers.  He makes some of the most beautiful items from wood so if you're looking for an unusual Christmas gift for that "hard to buy for person" you are sure to find something at Julians stall.

DERBYSHIRE WINERY WILL BE AT OUR CHRISTMAS MARKET

The Derbyshire Winery are just the type of people we love to see on our market.  They have a fantastic produce, are friendly and helpful and they give out free samples!  They are regulars at our monthly Local Produce Markets and we're really happy that they have decided to take a pitch at our Christmas Market too.  We know that you'll enjoy sampling their wines and choosing something to complement your festive fare.  We especially love the Glossop Rouge which is a full bodied red wine with an intense rich fruitiness.  The wines which they sell are excellent value and with prices starting at just £5.80 per bottle they won't break the bank.

THE A TO Z CAKE COMPANY WILL BE AT OUR CHRISTMAS MARKET

The A to Z Cake Company is the brainchild of 2 ladies called Andrea and Zonya from Wythenshawe.  The girls make and sell the most delicious selection of cakes with a Caribbean origin.  The first time we met these two lovely ladies was over the summer when they did their first ever market at one of our Local Produce Markets and we were so blown away by their produce that we immediately asked them to our Christmas Market.  They have come up with some festive speciality cakes such as Sweet Momma Browns Jamaican Rum Fruit Cake to add a Caribbean twist to your Christmas fare.

12 DAYS UNTIL OUR CHRISTMAS MARKET

THE LONELY SCONE WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Jean Scriven, owner of the Lonely Scone, is everything that a good market trader should be.  She sells fantastic home baked produce, she is an avid supporter of Glossop Market and she is a bubbly and friendly lady too.  Jean is a regular at our monthly Local Produce Markets and will be joining us for our special Christmas Market this year.  Jeans scones are out of this world and she has produced a new some seasonal scones especially for the Christmas market so alongside all of the regular flavours will be mince pie flavour and snowball scones too.  If these aren't enough to tickle your taste buds then we recommend that you sample the chocolate orange flavour which are mouth wateringly good.

THE SEWING SISTERS WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

The lovely Sewing Sisters will be bringing a selection of seasonal handmade gifts to the Christmas Market on 1st December.  These ladies are so talented and everything that they sell is made by them so be sure to pay them a visit for some unique hand crafted gifts which are bound do delight any lucky recipient.

ROYLE RIBBONS WILL BE AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Royle ribbons first traded on Glossop Outdoor Market when we had our Jubilee Celebration this year and were such a big hit with everyone that we've invited them back again for our Christmas Market. A little bird has told us that they will have a massive selection of seasonal ribbons for sale as well as their usual stock so we hope you'll pay them a visit on 1st December.

2 WEEKS TO GO UNTIL THE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Santa on his way to his grotto at Glossop Outdoor Market

The traders on Glossop Outdoor Market are getting very excited now with only 2 weeks to go until the Christmas market.  High Peak Borough Council and members of the committee are working hard with all the last minute preparations to bring you all a day to remember full of fun for the whole family.

Over the next two weeks we will be introducing you to some of the artisans and traders who will be at the market and giving you a preview of some of the delights that are in store for you.

CHILDREN IN NEED

The traders on Glossop Outdoor Market are very keen supporters of chilrens charities and we would just like to remind everyone that this Friday is the start of the Children in Need campaign on BBC television.   Please donate as generously as you can for this very worthwhile cause.