What's on Calendar
There's always something happening at our family-owned and run shopping village! Here's what's coming up next
Village Artisan Markets
Next Market: Saturday 21st march
We are so excited to share that starting in 2026, we will begin our regular program of artisan markets. Talented makers and creators will be selling their wares bi-monthly.
Come and pick up something truly unique and support small local businesses.
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The Chicken Trail
March 31st - Sept 7th
Collect a trail map from Frankie Doodle Gifts, then set off on a gentle wander around the Village to spot the 20 colourful chickens tucked away in unexpected corners.
Take your time, explore as you go, and see how many you can find. Once you’ve tracked down all 20 chickens, return your completed map and collect a small prize to celebrate finding them all!
The Scarecrow Festival 26
12th October - 4th November
Join us for the Village Scarecrow Festival, a fantastic event for the whole family! Local businesses compete by crafting their own unique scarecrows, and the judges choose their top picks. The competition is fierce, and this year promises to be no different.
Who will be crowned Champion Scarecrow of 2025? Find out for yourself between October 11th and November 2rd!
Late Night Shopping
5-8pm 4th December
Join us for our Late Night Shopping Evening on Friday, December 5th, from 5 pm to 8 pm. Stroll among twinkling Christmas trees, explore our dedicated Christmas Shop, enjoy festive live music and fabulous artisan stalls.
Plus, don’t miss a special appearance by Father Christmas himself—timing TBC!
Gingerbread Anagram Hunt
Throughout December
It's the perfect time to explore the fairy woods and discover all eight Christmas Gingerbread Men! Jot down the letters you find and try to solve the Christmas-themed anagram.
If you succeed, you can pick up a gold chocolate coin from Spotty Dotty Artisans or Frankie Doodle's Christmas Barn. Additionally, there's a gold coin waiting for you if you find all twelve "Days of Christmas" boards scattered throughout the village.
