by Gráinne Connolly
Up to 30 local traders have signed up to feature at this years 'Strabane Christmas Fayre'.
The annual event is a joint initiative between Strabane Neighbourhood Renewal Partnership, Strabane Business Improvement District (BID) and Derry City and Strabane District Council.
It showcases the town's unique food and crafts and promotes shopping local in the run up to Christmas.
As well as food and craft stalls this year, local traders will also be selling plants and wreaths, Christmas decorations, artisan soaps and oils, artwork, sculptures, textile items, homewares and jewellery.
BID officer Catherine Collins says that the Strabane Christmas Fayre is an excellent way of showcasing products from the local area and encouraging people to buy local.
“We’re delighted that 30 traders have signed up for this year’s Strabane Christmas Fayre – which is now back for its third year and has been a great success in terms of promoting local businesses and boosting our local economy”
“Christmas is a key time of year for retail in Strabane – and the fayre is growing year on year, creating a wonderful festive atmosphere that complements the town’s existing retailers and gives shoppers a real choice.
“I would therefore encourage the public to come along and support this year’s ‘bigger and better’ fayre.
“Indeed, it’s not only a great way of supporting our local businesses and sampling local produce but also a fantastic way to snap up those unique Christmas gifts!”
The Strabane Christmas Fayre takes place from 1 to 5pm on Sunday 2nd December.
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