THE Saltaire Winter Makers Fair will return to the village next month, and will include a Friday evening event for the first time.

The fair will take place at Victoria Hall on Friday, November 9, from 4pm to 8.30pm, and all day on Saturday 10.

Almost 50 top designers from the north and further afield will be at the fair, showcasing a variety of handmade crafts and designs which can't be found on the high street.

Samantha Pickard, coordinator of the fair, said: "We work with a panel of independent curators to select the exhibitors for each Makers Fair, so that the range of contemporary craft that we offer remains fresh, varied and interesting.

"The event has developed a reputation for presenting the best quality contemporary craft that the region has to offer, and we work really hard to maintain that.

"We love getting feedback from our visitors, and lots of people have asked if we run a Christmas event – we hope that this November Winter Makers Fair, with its festive feel, will provide a relaxed and enjoyable alternative to the busy high street for those who want to make a start on their Christmas shopping."

Entry to the fair is £1, with under 16s going free, and for more information about the exhibitors, visit saltaireinspired.org.uk