Festive fair in the county

DECEMBER is here and Beaumanor Hall is bringing back its festive fair to get you into the spirit of Christmas.

The Victorian country house is welcoming visitors to its third Winter Fair which will showcase more than 75 food, drink and gift stalls, live Christmas music as well as food and craft demonstrations.

A range of free activities will be available for youngsters with the opportunity to meet Father Christmas and those who have been good this year, may even receive a gift.

Leicestershire County Council Chairman, Ozzy O’Shea, said: “I am so pleased to see the Winter Fair growing every year. With even more stalls, this year’s programme of festive fun is set to be bigger than ever.”

This year’s event will also feature the fair’s first ever contest, putting Leicestershire’s bakers to the test with the launch of its gingerbread competition.

Participators are encouraged to make a gingerbread house or gingerbread Christmas tree decorations.

Entry to the competition is free and every entry in the adult/ mixed age category will receive two free tickets to the Winter Fair.

Those interested can send an email to info@ emme.uk.com for entry forms or more information.

The Winter Fair runs from 10am to 5pm on Saturday December 8 and Sunday December 9, with an admission charge of £4 for adults and free entry for under 12s.

For more information, visit the website at www. beaumanorhall.co.uk/ events.