ABC Magazine - Wansbeck Edition - December 2019

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Fantastic Festive Events

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DECEMBER 2019 | ISSUE 9

Get in the spirit!

CHRISTMAS MARKETS

LOCAL EVENTS FOR ALL THE FAMILY

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What ’s On

A SELECTION OF FESTIVE EVENTS TAKING PLACE LOCALLY Sunday 1st December ICE SKATING AT WOODHORN MUSEUM

Woodhorn Museum The WonderIce Rink will be will be placed in the Pit Yard setting and will provide opportunity to skate off some of that seasonal indulgence at the Museum this winter. Ticket prices are adults £5 and children aged 2-16 £4. This event is open to visitors aged over two and visitors aged 2-5 must be accompanied by an adult. More information can be found at: museumsnorthumberland.org.uk/ whats-on

5th, 12th & 17th December STORY TIME WITH SANTA

Whitehouse Farm Centre This magical experience will delight your children this Festive Season. The journey starts when you meet Santa’s Elves in their Workshop, you’ll then make your way into Santa’s beautifully decorated Grotto, where Santa will share an animated story.

There will be photo opportunities before the group make their journey to the Toy Shop, where with the help of Santa’s Elves, they can each make their own 16” Furry Friend to take home with them. Santa will give each child a very special Magic Wishing Heart to put in their bears, making them a truly special friend with a touch of Festive Magic inside, to treasure forever. Tickets £15.99.

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Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th December VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS MARKET

Northumberland Square, North Shields The popular market returns with stallholders offering a wide range of goods including festive gifts, crafts and food. There will also be entertainment, music and a small fairground for children.

For further information call 0191 643 7409 or email info@ northtyneside.gov.uk

Friday 6th December IT’S WONDERFUL LIFE MOVIE & BUFFET

East Bedlington Community Centre Come along to East Bedlington Community Centre to watch the classic Christmas Movie It’s a wonderful life, enjoy hot chocolate and Christmas nibbles. Tickets £1 per person.

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Saturday 7th December CHRISTMAS FAIR AT HIRST WELFARE CENTRE

Hirst Welfare Centre, Alexandra Road, Ashington, NE63 9HN 11.00am till 2.00pm.

Santa will visit the Fair and there will be games, crafts, afternoon teas and a tombola and lots more! For more information call the centre on 01670 620 200 or find Hirst Active Youth on Facebook.

SANTA’S GROTTO

Manor Walks, Cramlington - 11am to 3pm Taking time out of their busy festive schedule, Santa and his little helpers will be meeting and greeting children at Manor Walks this festive season to find out what’s at the top of their list this Christmas.

There will also be an autism friendly grotto session as part of Manor Walks monthly Quiet Hour on 1st December from 10am-11am.

• Saturday 30th and Sunday 1st December • Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December • Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December • Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd December • Monday 23rd and Tuesday 24th December Please note that there will be limited availability for walk-up sessions on the day from 11am-3pm however during busier periods the queue may be closed early.

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Saturday 14th December CHOIR & CAROLS & ST CUTHBERTS

Saturday 7th December SANTAS GROTTO

Sanderson Arcade, Morpeth Meet Father Christmas at Sanderson Arcade, Morpeth from 12pm - 3pm.

Saturday 7th December CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT

Platform1, East Bedlington Community Centre Arrive to a glass of fizz and enjoy wonderful entertainment performed by Sharon White.

Eat amazing food and dance the night away to our Christmas disco. Tickets £20.

For more information call 01670 828808 or email platform1music@gmail.com

Sunday 8th December JACK & THE BEANSTALK

Choppington Welfare Centre Tickets on sales now for this classic children’s pantomime.

6.30pm prompt start.

Fernlea Drive, Scotland Gate, Choppington,NE62 5SR Tel: 01670 822 028

Wed 11th December ROYAL NORTHERN SINFONIA PRESENT CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT

St George’s Church, Cullercoats Get into the Christmas spirit with a selection of seasonal favourites. 7.30pm.

Tickets £15, under-18s £5. www.sagegateshead.com

Thursday 12th December SCHOOL CAROL CONCERT

Northumberland Park, North Shields – 10.30 am Wrap up warm and enjoy a selection of carols performed from the beautiful Victorian bandstand by children from local schools. Complete your visit with seasonal treats from the park café.

St Cuthberts Chutch, Bedlington 3pm Ashington Male Voice Choir and special guest percussionist Steven Moore. Tickets £7, children under 12 are free.

Tickets available from St Cuthberts Church, Al’s Superstore in Ashington, pay on the door or call 01670 815534

Saturday 14th December TYNEIDOLS XMAS PARTY

The Exchange, North Shields Annual festive spectacular featuring Marty Craggs’ Little Band Jam & Friends playing songs from Lindisfarne, Happy Cats and all ports in between with a little festive cheer thrown in. Tickets from £10 per person call Julie Clay on 0191 253 1618. www.tyneidols.co.uk

Saturday 14th and Saturday 21st December SANTA’S GROTTO

Wallsend Parks Visit Santa as ha makes a quick stop in Wallsend – you will also hear some festive stories too!

Children will receive a gift - £4 per child. To book visit www. wallsendparks.eventbrite.com

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SANTA SPECIALS AT STEPHENSON RAILWAY

Stephenson Railway Museum, Middle Engine Lane, NE29 8DX Melt in to the magic of Christmas and make memories with your loved ones on a unique festive heritage train ride to meet Santa Claus and his guests. With traditional music and on-board entertainers. Children aged 0 - 12 years receive a gift from Santa on the train.

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What ’s On Saturday 21st December MEET REAL REINDEER

Sanderson Arcade, Morpeth Come down to Sanderson Arcade for the chance to see some real reindeer. Find them in the Piazza area 10am - 4pm.

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Saturday 21st December MARKET PLACE CAROL SERVICE

Morpeth Market Place, 4 - 5pm Market Place Carol Service organised by Churches Together, with Rev Simon White (Rector of Morpeth) and Antony Oakley (Minister of the Methodist Church), attended by Rt Rev Mark Tanner, Bishop of Berwick (who is a Volunteer for Northumbria Blood Bikes), and the Ellington Colliery Band, to be joined by Morpeth Clock Tower Bellringers,

Saturday 21st December CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY

White Swan Customer Service Centre, Killingworth Join Double Deckers Entertainment with festive fun, including games, dancing, magic and balloon modelling. Santa may even visit too, with a small present for each child! £3 per child and advance booking is essential. To book call 0191 643 2040

Saturday 21st December TYNESIDE KIDS CLUB: RAYMOND BRIGG’S FATHER CHRISTMAS

Tyneside Cinema, Newcastle 10.30am-11.30am Tyneside Cinema are screening a one off showing of this lesserknown Christmas classic from the writer of The Snowman. You are also invited to make your own musical Christmas cards to take home after the film!

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults and over 14s are only admitted to Tyneside Kids Club screenings when accompanying children.

To find out more visit www. projections.org.uk

Friday 27th December JACK & THE BEANSTALK PANTOMIME

Platform 1, East Bedlington Community Centre Matinee Performace 1.30pm & Evening performance 5.30pm.

Tickets £2 from the Parish Council Office. Licensed bar & Cafe. Station Street Bedlington Station, NE22 7JN

Tuesday 24th December FESTIVE TALES WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS

Woodhorn Museum Meet Father Christmas and find out what you should be leaving for him and the Reindeer on Christmas Eve. Or perhaps, enjoy some seasonal stories featuring classics like ‘The Snowman’ and ‘The Polar Express’. There will be lots of fun opportunities to get on Santa’s good side at Woodhorn this winter and every child will leave the experience with a lovely seasonal gift.

The ticket price is £6.50 per child and free to adults.

Tuesday 31st December NEW YEAR FIREWORKS

Spanish City, Whitley Bay North Tyneside Council and Spanish City present a special firework display at midnight to celebrate the arrival of 2020! The display will take place on The Links and will last approximately 10 minutes. Refreshments will be available, For more information visit www.northtynesidecouncil.com

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Panto Magic WHAT’S ON

Fairy tale fun, booing, hissing and songs galore to get you in the festive mood

JACK & THE BEANSTALK Whitley Bay Playhouse

This year’s pantomime spectacular is brought to you by Blue Genie Entertainment and stars Playhouse legend Steve Walls alongside X-Factor finalist Molly Scott, Britain’s Got Talent winner Ashley Butler and the return of Dame Patsy ‘Trott’ in a laugh a minute version of Janck and the Beanstalk.

Packed with great songs, amazing dance routines and plenty of laughter for all the family.

Runs from 30th November to 4th January.

To book call 0844 248 1588 www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk

GOLDIELOCKS & THE 3 BEARS

Seaton Delaval Arts Centre Roll up! Roll up! The Circus is in town! Packed full of all of the usual show-stopping songs, dazzling dance routines and hilarious knockabout comedy. Dame Gertie Dollop runs the show with her son Silly Billy but they’ve fallen on hard times. Gertie needs a miracle after their honeypot of pennies is accidentally stolen by three porridge hungry, bears. Could they be the new star attraction Gertie has been searching for?

Runs from 29th November – 7th December.

To book call 0191 237 5460 www.seatondelavalartscentre.com

JACK FROST

Gosforth Civic Theatre Jack Frost is a music filled Christmas show about friendship and the joy of joining in. Holly, a little girl who plays the trumpet, befriends the magical winter sprite Jack Frost. We follow Holly's adventure into the icecovered world of the mischievous yet lonely Jack. When plans for Holly’s school concert go awry, together Holly and Jack will make sure no-one is left outside this Christmas.

The show runs from 27th to 30th December. To book call 0191 284 3700. www.gosforthcivictheatre.co.uk

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Following on from the sell-out success of Puss in Boots in 2018 we bring to you another family favourite gauranted to be a hit with all the family - Sleeping Beauty!

When the wicked fairy Carabosse’s evil curse causes the Princess to prick her finger on a spinning wheel and fall in to an enchanted sleep can anyone rescue her from the magical slumber before it is too late?

This year Tynemouth Priory Theatre bring you a bespoke production of Mother Goose, for the exclusive use of the theatre Poor Mother Goose lives with her children Jack and Billy in Tynely Mouth Bay and dreams of being rich and beautiful. A gift of a magic goose from the fairy helps to transform her life, but is it for the better? This egg-ceedingly clever and new script, brings songs, laughter and audience participation to an eggs-travaganza you are guaranteed to enjoy.

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Slow and Steady wins the Fitness Race If you’re taking up execrcise again after a long break, doing it gradually is the key explains MSK Healthcare & Performance Clinic

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All too often we see patients who are relativity sedative to suddenly doing 50-star jumps, 100 burpees, countless lunges and 20 shuttle runs 5 nights a week. Then they get injured unable to exercises for weeks, motivation drops off and the momentum to exercise is lost.

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understandable that if we lose these loading absorbing fibres, then injuries will occur if we load tissues too high, too much and too sudden.

However, if we slowly and progressively increase the loads over time the body adapts and handles exercise loads far better, significantly reducing risk of injury. It's far better to build up your exercise duration and intensity gradually over weeks and months especially if you're just getting back into exercising.

Complications associated with sarcopenia, the term given to muscular power and mass loss in ageing will be more prevalent in our community in the future. Relating to reduced mobility and the reduction in preforming daily tasks.

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Get Your Party Feet On!

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Opt for a kitten heel, to stay fashionable but comfortable

3. Modifying your heel height will help you to last longer on your feet - as will a heel wider than a pen!

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WHAT IS PERIODONTAL DISEASE?

Teeth are held into place by the jaw bone which is under the gum. When healthy there is usually a very small space between the tooth and the gum where the tooth meets the gum. If there is gum disease, this space between the tooth and gum gets bigger forming a deeper space called a pocket. The deeper the pocket or space surrounding the tooth, the less the tooth is attached to the gum and the more difficult it is to clean; harmful plaque and bacteria can get under the gum and destroy the gum attachment further but also destroy the bone anchoring the tooth. This bone loss leads to the tooth becoming loose and if periodontal disease is not treated can ultimately lead to the loss of a tooth.

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Bad breath or halitosis Blood on your toothbrush or in the toothpaste you spit out after cleaning your teeth Bad taste in your mouth Abscesses Receding gums Loose teeth Loss of teeth

Gum disease has been linked with other medical conditions such as diabetes, stroke, heart disease, poor pregnancy outcomes and dementia. Although more research is needed to understand the exact link, there is evidence that having a healthy mouth and gums can help improve your general health.

WHAT CAUSES GUM DISEASE AND HOW DO I TRY TO PREVENT IT?

All gum disease is caused by plaque due to the harmful bacteria it contains. There is also a link to periodontal disease with a family history (hereditary), stress, hormonal and diabetes. Smoking too has a strong link with periodontal disease and the advice to all smokers is to stop smoking.

To prevent and treat gum disease, you need to make sure you attend the dentist for regular examinations and also for any necessary treatment. However treatment at the dentist or hygienist will not be successful unless you remove all the plaque from your teeth every day. I'm afraid there is a lot of homework for you to do in between dental appointments; you cannot rely on your 3 monthly hygienist visits to do all the work for you. Treatment of periodontal disease will not be successful if you don't clean the plaque off your teeth; your plaque removal at home must be impeccable to remove the harmful bacteria to prevent the disease process progressing. I cannot stress the importance of this enough! Without good plaque removal at home then the disease process will continue. So you must: 1. Brush your teeth twice a day for 2 minutes, especially before bed 2. Clean interdentally every day. Your dental team will advise you of the best products for you to use for every area of your mouth. Examples of some of the products

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are floss, interdental brushes and single tufted brushes.

SMOKING AND GUM DISEASE

There is a definite link between smoking and gum disease, so if you are a smoker, stopping is one of the best ways to improve your gum health. Smokers tend to have more hard calculus and plaque, plus smoking reduces the blood supply to the gums. This means infected gums do not heal as well and the reduced blood supply could mask the symptoms of gum disease (bleeding gums in particular). So, if you are a smoker it really is worth the health benefit for your gums if you quit.

WHY VISITING YOUR DENTIST REGULARLY IS SO IMPORTANT FOR YOUR GUM HEALTH

When you visit the dentist, they will screen you for any gum disease by performing a basic periodontal examination (BPE). The dentist will gently feel around your teeth and gums and assess the pocket depths (looseness of the gums), and if there is any bleeding, plaque and calculus. The dentist will then have a score for your gums that will indicate both the condition of your gums and also the treatment that is needed. X-rays may also be needed to see the amount of bone that has been lost. This assessment is very important, so the correct treatment can be prescribed for you.

WHAT IS THE TREATMENT?

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bacteria deep in the pockets. Your gums will then be reassessed to see if there has been improvement. If there is improvement then you will need to have a maintenance treatment plan, but if there is no improvement or worsening you may be offered more specialist treatment or even a referral to see a dentist whom specialises in periodontal disease for further help.

WHAT HAPPENS IF GUM DISEASE IS NOT TREATED?

Unfortunately, if you do not go regularly to the dentist you may not notice the destruction caused by gum disease until you have an abscess or loose tooth or bleeding/sore gums. Over a number of years, disease progression can lead to loss of the bone supporting the teeth, leading to tooth mobility, infections and tooth loss. If the disease is left untreated for a long time, treatment can also be more difficult. It is vital you visit your dentist/hygienist regularly whom will monitor your gum health and advise you of the best treatment needed for you. Periodontal disease treatment is not a quick fix; it needs a lot of motivation and commitment from you the patient. Without good plaque removal at home, gum disease will not improve.

Even after gum disease treatment, your gum health will need to be monitored regularly and maintained.

IF I HAVE IMPLANTS, CAN I STILL GET PERIODONTAL DISEASE?

You can still get gum problems around implants that can lead to loss of the bone surrounding and supporting the dental implant. This bone loss can lead to the failure of an implant and it may need to be removed. This condition is called peri-implantitis. It is really important with implants that the surrounding gum health is good with excellent removal of plaque at home every day. It is important to visit your dentist/hygienist to get the appropriate advice on how best to clean your implants and to receive the correct maintenance.

IN CONCLUSION appointments with your dental team. They will remove all plaque and calculus, (hard deposits) from your teeth and show you how to remove plaque successfully yourself, so you can thoroughly and effectively clean all the surfaces of your teeth. A good oral care routine at home with brushing and interdental cleaning is the most important thing you can do to help prevent gum disease getting worse.

Once your teeth are clean, your dental team may need to treat the roots of the teeth, under the gums. This would involve cleaning under the gums to flush out any References www.dentalhealth.org/tell-me-about/topic/caring-for-teeth/gum-disease www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Gum-disease/Pages/Introduction.aspx British Society of Periodontology; Basic Periodontal Examination(BPE). Mar 2016

There is no cure for periodontal disease, but it can be controlled as long as you keep up the home care you have been taught by your dental team. The success of gum disease treatment and maintaining stable gum health relies very heavily on good plaque removal and oral hygiene at home to remove the harmful bacteria that drives this disease process. This message is so important; I'm sure you are sick of reading it but I don't think I've repeated myself enough!!!! Yes I do encourage (nag) my patients just as much to brush their teeth twice a day and to use interdental cleaning products every day. (If they do it, they get the benefit of good gum health plus I stop nagging!)

If you’re concerned about gum disease of if you’d like to book a dental examination contact Bedlingtonshire Dental Practice on 01670 828402.

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Indulge in a three-tiered festive display of treats, while sitting under the splendour of the dome in the gallery or admiring the amazing sea views from the 1910 restaurant.

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Afternoon Tea With Santa

Saturday 7th, Saturday 14th, Saturday 21st December 12 noon-2pm

A magical afternoon tea with Santa is the perfect treat before Christmas for you and your little one. Adults and children can enjoy a delicious afternoon tea, created by the Head Pastry Chef and then enjoy a visit from Mr Claus himself in the St Mary’s Lighthouse Suite.

Adult £25.00, Child £12.00 (under 12).

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Sunday 1st, Sunday 8th, Sunday 15th, Sunday 22nd December 12-4pm

Get the whole family around the table for a festive three course Sunday Lunch and enjoy a visit from Santa Claus. Then grab your dancing shoes and head to the dance floor for the family disco, to make this a fun filled Sunday lunch this festive season. Parties of 5 or less will share a table of 10.

Adults - £19.95 Child - £10.95 (under 12)

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Friday 13th, Friday 20th December 12-4pm

Be transported back to the roaring twenties with the Christmas lunch with jazz this December. Step back in time and dance along to live jazz music from the 1920’s and 30’s, after enjoying a three-course meal with your friends. Adults £19.95

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Arrival 7pm dinner served 7.30pm 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 Celebrate the countdown to the New Year in style at the Masquerade Ball. Grab your masks, dress to impress and enjoy a night of great entertainment and an elegant five course dinner. You will enjoy a welcome cocktail, five course dinner, disco until 2am and a magician. £79.00 per person.

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Thursdays Tribute nights, including Jason Issacs (28 Nov), Abba (5 Dec), Motown (12 Dec) and Michael Bublé (19 Dec).

Whether it’s a special family get together, a well needed night out with friends or you’re treating the team for all of their hard work this year; the St Mary’s Lighthouse Suite at Spanish City is the perfect venue to host any fun and festive occasion. The suite has unique sea views and can cater for parties of 10 to 120 guests. Guests will enjoy a stunning three-course meal, before letting their hair down and dancing until 1am with the resident DJ.

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NEWCASTLE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Saturday 16 November – Tuesday 24 December

2019 sees Newcastle’s first proper Christmas Market! As well as the usual food stalls, this year Newcastle will play host to over 70 independent retail stalls, a variety of live entertainment as well as festive fun for all the family, For the first time ever the Christmas market will not only be based at Grey’s Monument, but also extended to Blackett Street and Northumberland Street, with the yuletide takeover starting on Saturday 16 November 2019. Shopping stalls and attractions will then be open until Tuesday 24 December 2019, while the street food and drink offering will remain open until New Year's Eve (Tuesday 31 December 2019).

Embrace the festive feel with a cosy wander around Newcastle's Christmas Market and your senses will be overwhelmed with the smell of food and drink from around the world as well as finding gifts for loved ones (and some for you too!)

The market will play host to over 70 market stalls, bringing a great variety to the event. The independent traders have been carefully chosen in order to offer quality and diversity to Christmas shoppers. The market has something for everyone, including artisan cheeses, homemade chutneys, mead, jewellery, scents, fashion, retro style, eco art and home accessories to offer the discerning visitor.

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Not to mention the mouth-watering food on offer, expect gourmet ingredients and a taste of Europe.

Visitors will be able to delight their taste buds with a currywurst from Germany, waffles from Holland, paella from Spain and crepes – both sweet and savoury from France plus a whole lot more!

There will be more festive fun in store than ever for visitors in the city centre with exciting new attractions including: • A thrilling 30m toboggan slide where riders can whizz down Blackett Street in tubes.

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Friday 29 November – Sunday 1 December

Durham's award-winning Traditional Christmas Festival will return from Friday 29th November 2019 for three days, with a wide range of festive entertainment for all the family in and around the World Heritage Site of the Cathedral and the Castle and throughout the City Centre.

The huge heated Craft and Gift Marquee on Palace Green will feature over 180 stalls across all three days of the event. It's open Friday 29th November from 10am to 6pm, Saturday 30th November from 9am to 6pm and Sunday 1st December from 10am to 4:30pm. At the entrance, tickets for the Craft and Gift Marquee will cost £4.

In the Cloisters of Durham Cathedral, discover a Regional Food and Drink Producers' Market featuring more than 30 traders. It's open Friday 29th November from 10am to 5pm, Saturday 30th November from 9am to 5pm and Sunday 1st December from 12 noon to 4.30pm.

No tickets are required for this market, but you may wish to make a donation to Durham Cathedral.

In Durham Cathedral, Carols for all services take place on both Saturday and Sunday. Weekend entertainment on Palace Green, between the Cathedral and the Castle, will include a static falconry display, storytelling, a children’s entertainer, and Father Christmas's Festive Grotto.

Additionally, there will be plenty of local entertainers and musicians throughout the city centre. Durham is a beautiful setting for a day out at any time of the year, but it is extra special at Christmas market time!

HEXHAM CHRISTMAS MARKET

Saturday 14 December 9:00 am – 3.00 pm

The stunning Christmas market, which is back again on Saturday 14th December is all set within the footprint of the impressive Hexham Abbey.

There are lots of stalls selling gifts, arts, crafts, Christmas wreaths, as well as local foods and produce.

To add to the festive feel there is mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, Santa and his (real-life) reindeer and Christmas music - Everything a Christmas market should be and more!

YORK CHRISTMAS MARKET

Thursday 14 November – Sunday 22 December Soak up the medieval charm of York at Christmas with a variety of markets and Christmas events.

York’s Christmas Market, St Nicholas Fair, won Best Large Speciality Market at the Great British Market Awards in 2019, and York was also voted the UK's Most Festive City in 2017.

Get in the Christmas spirit as you wander the St Nicholas Christmas Fair in the centre of Parliament Street before going off the beaten track to find York's hidden retail gems.

Take a leisurely stroll along St Nicholas Fair and soak up the festive atmosphere, as you discover fine Yorkshire produce from crafters and makers showcased at the Made in Yorkshire Yuletide Village. If you’re looking for more traditional Christmas gifts, don’t forget to wander amongst the many alpine chalets on Parliament Street.

The Shambles Market has a diverse selection of traders and unique crafts. Just around the corner is the iconic Shambles itself which is the perfect place to pick up a York souvenir or wizarding memorabilia.

Head down to Kings Square and experience all the fun of the fair, and don't miss the opportunity to slide down a good old fashioned Helter Skelter.

Sample festive food and drink at the St Sampson’s Square rustic Yorkshire Barn with delicious treats including hot chestnuts and glasses of warming mulled wine.

CARLISLE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Saturday 30 November – Sunday 8 December Carlisle city centre will stage an open-air festive market between Saturday 30 November and Sunday 8 December.

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aving worked in the Jewellery business for over 30 years, Philip Stephenson and his wife Linda decided to follow their dream back in 2009 and open their own business, and ten years later the business is flourishing.

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Regardless of what you plan to do with the inherited jewellery you have one of your first priorities should be to determine its value, in part so you can insure it for the proper amount, if necessary.

Using all his wealth of experience, Philip is more than happy to guide you through the contents of your jewellery box.

Philip spends a lot of his time giving advice and discussing valuations with his clients, many of whom came by personal recommendation from people he and Linda have looked after in the ten years since their business opened.

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If you require only a verbal opinion Philip is also be happy to help you to the best of his ability.

We hope to see the store still going strong for many years to come. Whitley Bay town centre is all the better for shops like Whitley Bay Jewellery & Antiques.

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