A County Durham town is set to host a Christmas market following the success of its recently introduced farmers' markets.

Last month, Baccanalia introduced a farmers' market in Consett, which drew in an estimated 2,000 visitors and a wave of positive comments. 

More than 60 stalls have signed up for the Christmas market which will be held across the town on November 30. Stalls will be spread across Middle Street, Derwent Centre, the Heart and Heritage building on John Street, and the Masonic Hall.

At the Christmas market, Santa and Mrs Claus will visit a grotto in the Masonic Hall, while local school children will entertain visitors with Christmas carols in Middle Street.

These children will also create festive artwork which will be on display in the Heart building.

Local singer Charlotte Forman is also scheduled to perform holiday classics from 1pm.

A variety of stalls will offer fresh produce, bread, cheese, jams, honey, chutney, beer, cider, crafts, and Christmas gifts, along with a popular tarot card reader.

Fundraising for a local toy appeal will also be taking place with a tombola and gift tag tree.

The market day will conclude with a litter pick, ensuring the streets are left clean and tidy.

Baccanalia is not involved in the running of the Christmas market, despite running the first farmers' market.

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Consett Councillor Kathryn Rooney who helped organise the first market said: "There was a buzz in the town which was fantastic to see and feel."

She added: "Local businesses had increased sales, locals said they seen people they’d not seen for years."

The success of the market led to the organisation of a community market on October 12, which again increased business for local traders.