by admin | Nov 10, 2018 | christmas events, Christmas markets in Yorkshire, Christmas stories, Uncategorized
From the very first Harrogate Christmas Market, organisers wanted it to stand out from similar events. They decided to give it a predominantly Yorkshire flavour by giving priority to Yorkshire-based traders and products. Not everything sold at HCM is made locally...
by admin | Nov 4, 2018 | christmas events, Christmas markets in Yorkshire
It’s hardly surprising that Christmas markets are popular events. People like to browse for Christmas gifts and decorations while surrounded by a festive ambiance. Like any other large event, planning can make all the difference as to how well you enjoy it. Going on a...
by admin | Oct 22, 2018 | christmas events, Christmas markets in Yorkshire, event planning, Uncategorized
Three hundred and sixty-five days is how long we need to organise the Harrogate Christmas Market, if it’s to have any chance of being successful. Okay, so now you’re thinking, “It’s only a few stalls and fairy lights.” And while that may be how the uninitiated see it,...
by admin | Oct 4, 2018 | christmas events, Christmas markets in Yorkshire, Uncategorized
Christmas markets promise so much, but they don’t always deliver. The Harrogate Christmas Market is a hugely popular event attended by people across the UK, but even this Yorkshire Christmas market is missing a few things you should know about. 1. Beer tent The vast...
by admin | Sep 21, 2018 | christmas events, Christmas markets in Yorkshire
Why do we exchange gifts at Christmas? Many believe it’s because we’re emulating the gift-giving by the Magi to Jesus at the time of his birth. In fact, Romans were giving gifts in December to celebrate the winter solstice long before Christianity began. Whatever the...