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Thousands got their Christmas shopping wrapped up at South Shields’ first outdoor festive market on Saturday, December 7.
Jarrow businesswoman, Carol Gibson teamed up with Josh Trueman of JT Workshops and market manager David Amess to put on the event as part of a campaign to breathe new life back into a once-thriving South Shields market.
There were over 70 traders on the day selling a variety of goods and gifts, from freshly baked bread and gourmet sauces to handcrafted jewellery, candles and home wares.
Organisers of the event will be holding six more markets in the new year, with many of these traders expected to return after their sell-out success on Saturday.
Here’s a few things you could find in Market Place.
1. Sweet treats
Bessy's Sweet Bakes serve home baked good and buttercream cakes, as well as tea, coffee and hot chocolate from their Instagram-able van. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Bessy's Sweet Bakes
2. Artisan sausages
Visit the Northumbrian Sausage Company stall for British meat mixed with inventive flavours, from leek and sage to mango chutney and Marmite. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Carol Gibson
3. Let there be light
The North East's Lumiere Candles have a range of luxury products in scents such as Palma Violets, Hot Apple Pie and French Lavender. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Chris Marshall
4. Home comforts
SW Woodwork have a range of quirky items to brighten up your home. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Carol Gibson