Tickets selling fast for festive gift fair at Bowood

Bobby Van operative Mick Leighfield and PA to the director Susanne Thorpe at Bowood

TICKETS are selling fast for the Bowood Festive Food and Gift Fair, which will give shoppers a chance to browse unique gifts and sumptuous festive food while raising funds for the Bobby Van.

The annual fair, on Monday December 2 and Tuesday December 3 in the Kerry Suite at the Bowood Hotel Spa and Golf Resort between Calne and Chippenham, is a showcase for the best in local producers, said Director Jennie Shaw.

“The fair is such a lovely event because within the setting of Bowood’s hotel, with the music, carols and the buzz of everyone shopping, you really get a sense of the season,” she said.

“It’s such a joyous time but it also helps us to think of those who need our help all year round. The money raised by the fair will go such a long way to continuing to support the safety and joy of those vulnerable people and will allow them to enjoy the festive period too.”

The Monday evening’s preview event runs from 4pm to 8pm at just £15 per ticket. Visitors will be greeted with a glass of wine and canapes, as well as atmospheric music and carols in the Kerry Suite.

The fair is open again  at 9am on Tuesday December 3 and will be running through to 3pm – providing another chance to meet up with friends to shop, have coffee or lunch in the hotel's Shelburne Restaurant to share Christmas plans and enjoy the festive atmosphere.

“As ever we are blessed with a full range of amazing stall holders selling a wide variety of products,” said Jennie. “Whether you're looking for stocking fillers, leather goods, festive food, inspiration for important family members or just to spoil yourself then rest assured we have thought of everything.”

Tickets are available here with a special two-for-one offer on £5 tickets for Tuesday December 3.