Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa, in Durham, will be hosting a Christmas fair on Monday, December 5.

Visitors at this free event will be able to meet with traders offering everything from food and drink to art, as well as enjoy a range of exclusive spa deals and discounts.

Among the businesses already lined up to take part are; Durham Distillers and The Northumberland Cheese Company, along with confectionary company, The Chocolate Gallery and Sparkling Strawberries, which creates stunning boxes of chocolate covered strawberries and other sweet treats.

Bakery experts, The Flour Room, will be selling a range of delicious cakes, with Parlour Made also bringing their artisan range of cheeses.

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Visitors can also buy from The Alnwick Soap Company and macrame experts, Adeline and Twine, as well as Charmed, a holistic and crystals vendor.

Candle lovers can indulge their passion with a range of candles and wax melts available from Tonic Scents, along with handcrafted, natural soy and coconut offerings from the Eugie Candle Co.

Calligraphy expert and engraving artist, Rebecca Writes, will also be on hand to showcase her skills and anyone wanting some stunning floral creations will be able to buy them from Blooming Lush.

There will also be the opportunity to see the make-up skills ,and book appointments, with Seaham based, make-up artist Cori Hamilton Beauty who will be there on the day.

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The fair runs from 11am until 4pm and visitors are encouraged to pop along at any time throughout the day, where they will also be able to buy Exclusive Ramside gift vouchers for the spa, Fusion and overnight stays.

Victoria Walker, Spa Director, said the event is a great way to support businesses from across the region in a relaxed setting.

“We’ve gathered together some fantastic sellers so there really is something for everyone,” she said.

“It’s a great opportunity to try some artisan products which we’re sure will be greatly appreciated if bought for gifts – or even as a treat for yourself.

“The fact that we also have free parking is a great plus at this time of year when town and city centres are so busy.

“We look forward to lots of people coming along and enjoying the event.”

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