The Merry Hill shopping centre is set to become a major festive destination this December, launching its own artisan Christmas market as a direct alternative to Birmingham's famous German Market. This ambitious new event promises to deliver a full dose of seasonal magic right in the heart of the West Midlands.
A Festive Spectacular Comes to Brierley Hill
Running for an impressive 21 days, the market will transform the centre from Monday, December 1, until Saturday, December 21. Visitors can expect a classic Christmas atmosphere, complete with traditional wooden chalets and a warm glow from countless twinkling lights. The market will be open daily from 11am until 8pm, offering ample opportunity for evening shopping and soaking up the festive cheer.
Santa's Grand Return and a Magical Train Ride
In a move that will delight families, Father Christmas is returning to Merry Hill for the first time in a decade. He will be making his grand entrance on Friday, December 5, aboard a magical North Pole Express train. This immersive experience, located within the centre's event space, offers children a special chance to meet Santa. Tickets for this enchanting journey are priced at £15 per child.
Meet the Artisans and Traders
The heart of the market will be its diverse range of traders, offering everything from unique gifts and local delicacies to handcrafted decorations. Shoppers can look forward to browsing stalls from a wide array of confirmed vendors. The full list of traders includes:
- Aqua Jewels
- Ayzat Fragrances
- Black Lodge Potions
- Cake'O'Holics
- Christmas in a Bottle
- Coffee Cup Cabin
- Country Christmas Shop
- CS Bakes
- Daisy's Home & Garden
- Decorative Candles
- Embered Gifts
- Fire & Fizz
- GT3D Prints
- Jane Hooper
- Jethro's
- Linked with Love
- Meta Jewellery
- Mulberry Bakehouse
- Pergola Drinks
- Punjaban
- Resin Reminx
- Simply The Best Bags
- Something Quirky
- Sweet X Salty
- Synergy Collections
- The Eggless Baker
- The Parfum Club
- Totally Charming
- White Dew Ltd
- Working 4 Wildlife
With this extensive lineup, the Merry Hill Christmas market is poised to be a serious contender in the region's festive calendar, providing a vibrant and convenient Christmas shopping experience for the West Midlands.
