Primary Times - the definitive what’s on and where to go family guide of activities and events for children of primary school age. Things to do with your kids during the school holidays including arts and craft activities, music and theatre for children, parties, competitions, days out, and family attractions along with term time drama schools, dance classes, after school clubs and sports activities. Things to do at a place near you!
Christmas light switch-on, Christmas market and festive events at Peak Shopping Village 4 to 6 November
It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas, as Peak Shopping Village in Rowsley, Derbyshire, prepares for a three-day Christmas event from Friday 4 to Sunday 6 November, packed full of activity and entertainment. The event comprises over 50 market stalls with a selection of wonderful street food, hand-crafted items, gifts and much more - and ‘The British Bus Bar’ - a double-decker bus bar serving ample festive cheer. The centre has also organised live music, entertainment and free activities for children. Entry is free and there is also free onsite parking.
The Christmas light switch-on evening will be hosted by popular Peak FM presenter Craig Bailey on Friday 4 November, and he won’t be the only familiar face in town, with recent apprentice candidate Alana Spencer also set to be in attendance throughout the weekend, selling delicious cakes with her company Narnas. Doors open to the public just before 6pm, and included in the line-up is live music from mini pro Bateria Can Samba and more traditional sounds from Ashover brass band, walkaround entertainment from Elsa and Hanz, and a spectacular fire show finale. The festive feeling will continue throughout Saturday and Sunday where shopping, market stalls and more festive fun will unfold.
Katayune Jacquin, manager of Peak Shopping Village, said: “Christmas is the highlight of the year for us, and an opportunity to showcase the village and its beautiful Christmas lights. We’ve put together a special, magical winter weekend, where families can enjoy wonderful street food, shopping, entertainment and activities with no admission fee and free parking. It’s the perfect opportunity to get in the festive spirit.”
Here is a taste of what will be happening:
Friday 4 Nov, 6 to 9pm, free entry: Official Christmas light switch-on evening hosted by Peak FM’s Craig Bailey; official arrival of Santa on Peaky the Santa Express Train; walk around entertainment from Elsa and Hanz; live music from Ashover brass band and traditional Cooke & Sons Traditional Derbyshire organ grinders; Can Samba (Bateria samba drums and percussion instruments of Rio with musician Ceri Howells); Tristan the Twister, the incredible balloon modeller; Fire show finale; Christmas market & Street food ; shopping village stores.
Saturday 5 to Sunday 6 Nov, 10am to 5pm, free entry: Christmas market & Street food; walk around magic, Santa's grotto opens, Peaky the Santa Express; puppet shows; free crafts and face painting for children; live music; shopping village stores.
Peak Shopping Village is home to over 20 retailers, where national names like The Gift Company, Cotton Traders and Regatta, sit alongside unique independent retailers such as Authentic Furniture, The Woolroom and Wicker Branch.
www.peakshoppingvillage.com