Weekender: Victorian Fayre returns for 27th year

Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre is returning for its 27th year, with nearly 200 stalls filling the city’s streets from Thursday 28 November until Sunday 1 December.

The event regularly attracts over 100,000 people across the four days – contributing an estimated £7m to the local economy each year.

“The Victorian Fayre is one of the highlights of Worcester’s festive calendar, bringing in visitors from across the UK and the most remarkable mix of traders, all offering unique and exciting produce and gifts,” says the Mayor of Worcester, Cllr Allah Ditta.

“Many of the items sold at the Fayre’s stalls have been made locally, bringing a true flavour of the city of Worcester to your shopping experience! You’re guaranteed to pick up some fantastic Christmas gifts and there will also be lots of great street entertainment too.”

It all starts with the traditional official opening ceremony on the evening of Thursday 28 November at 4.45pm, when officials and Cathedral choristers will process from the Cathedral to the Cornmarket, where the Mayor will officially declare the event open.

Carols will be sung by the Worcester Cathedral Voluntary Choir accompanied by the Salvation Army, and there will be a short biblical reading and prayer.

The opening ceremony will finish shortly after 6pm.