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The UK’s largest one-day Christmas market is set to return this December after it was abruptly cancelled last year. The historic market town of Beverley in East Yorkshire will play host to the Festival of Christmas on Sunday 14 December after council officials confirmed the event would go ahead. Organisers cancelled last year’s event after Storm Darragh brought extreme weather to the region, including flood warnings and a cold weather alert. This year, the council has said that Beverley will be “transformed into a magical Christmas shopper’s wonderland.” Santa and his reindeer will be in attendance, alongside fairground rides, live entertainment, birds of prey and traditional brass bands, plus food and drink. Shoppers seeking a Christmas bargain can browse more than 120 stalls in the city centre. The festive event, which is now in its 29th year, will also include a parade, featuring Santa, his reindeers, comedy acts, Bernese mountain dogs, live music and more. The North Bar’s Georgian Quarter will also feature East Yorkshire businesses and traders, showcasing an array of local producers. Nick Coultish of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said: “Beverley Festival of Christmas is the flagship tourism event for our region and is an important date in the calendar for businesses and traders. “It is always a hugely popular event, with visitors from all over the UK coming to enjoy the festive stalls and entertainment.” This year’s event will take place from 10am to 4pm, taking over key spots in the centre of the town – Saturday Market, North Bar Within and Wednesday Market, in addition to Flemingate Shopping Centre. The weekly market on Saturday 13 December will also have a Christmas theme, with a free park and ride operating from Beverley Racecourse across the weekend. Read more: The 20 best Christmas markets in the UK
