A Festive Feast for shoppers

Published Thursday, 27 November 2025

As part of the Borough Council’s activities to mark the festive season the ever-popular Festive Feast food and craft market will be returning to Market Place in Hinckley on Sunday 14 December.

There will be around 45 stallholders at the event, which is open from 10am to 4pm, offering a range of goods including hot and cold street foods, warming mulled wine and cider, crafts and gifts. Visitors to the free to attend event will be able to enjoy live music from Richie Phillips and entertainment from Fosse 107 as well as a stilt-walking Santa!

Deputy Leader at the Borough Council, Cllr Mark Bools said: “Everyone loves a Christmas craft, food and shopping market, and I am delighted that once again we can put on this event. I urge everyone to come and support this local shopping and eating experience.

“There is something for all the family. Enjoy a tasty treat, do some Christmas shopping and get into the spirit of the season. As a reminder parking is free in council car parks on Sundays so, please wrap up warm and come along and soak up the festive atmosphere.”

Stallholders attending include: German Swing Grill, Garlic Mushrooms, Slow Cured Meats, Mac n’ Cheese, Organic Farm BBQ, Hog Roast, Wood Fired Pizza, Indian, Bubble Waffles, Wood Smoked BBQ, Local Deli, Stick Waffles, Crepes, Cupcakes, Cakes and Bakes, Local Cheese, Chocolate Bouquets, Take Home Pies, Jams and Chutneys, Traditional Sweets, Warming Mulled Wine, Local Bottled Gin, Craft Beer Cans, Doughnuts, Barista Coffee and Hot Chocolates, Hot Sauces, Traditional Fudge, Fresh Olives, Handmade Jewellery, Hair Accessories, Home Fragrance, Local Crafts, Homemade Dog Biscuits, Scarves and Accessories, Christmas Decorations, Stained Glass Crafts, Essences, Dog Biscuits, Wool Products, Bath Bombs and Melts, Candles, Earrings, Handmade Metal Objects, Diamond Art and Crafts, Resin Crafts, Pet Beds and Accessories plus more!

Car parking in council car parks is free every Sunday.