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We're got a full schedule of festive fun for the whole family this November and December!

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We've got your Christmas entertainment covered at Affinity Devon!


You can download a handy copy of our Christmas Events Guide
HERE.

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Bideford Christmas Market I Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th November

60+ artisan and gift stalls, festive entertainment, workshops, mulled wine and street food!

Timings: 10am - 4pm

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Meet the Alpacas I Sunday 24th November

Come and say hello to some furry friends from Woolley Animals!

Timings: 11am - 3pm

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Christmas Market and Late Night Shopping

  • Thursday 28th November
  • Thursday 5th December
  • Thursday 12th December

Shop Christmas gifts and delicious treats from over 25 local suppliers. Our stores will also be open until 8pm!

Timings: 5pm - 8pm

See more at Thursday Christmas Shopping Events
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Wreath Making Workshop

  • Thursday 28th November
  • Thursday 5th December
  • Thursday 12th December
  • Thursday 19th December

Find out more and book HERE.

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Christmas Farmers Food & Craft Market I Saturday 30th November

Browse a wide selection of stalls with great Christmas gift ideas!

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Festive Craft Workshops

Enjoy themed crafts on the following days:

  • Saturday 7th December - Festive Holly Leaf Craft Workshop, 11am - 3pm
  • Sunday 8th December - The North Pole Express (based on The Polar Express story), 11am - 4pm
  • Saturday 14th December - Slime Workshop, 11am - 3pm
  • Saturday 21st December - Christmas Tree Decoration Workshop (Hosted by FiG), 10am - 4pm
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Affinity Christmas Indoor Market I Saturday 14th - Saturday 22nd December

A week long Christmas market showcasing gifting ideas and produce from local suppliers.

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Snow Globe | Saturday 22nd December

Immerse yourself in a Winter Wonderland with our FREE indoor Snow Globe!

Timings: 11am - 3pm

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Character Meet and Greets

Come and meet some special guests!

  • Saturday 30th November - Meet Olaf, 11am - 2pm
  • Sunday 1st December - Meet Elsa & Anna, 11am - 1.15pm
  • Sunday 15th December - Meet the Grinch, 11am - 3pm
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Singers and Choirs

Enjoy some festive music alongside your Christmas shopping

Thursday 28th November

  • Oliver Wattley, 5.30pm - 7.30pm (inside)
  • Instow School Choir, 6pm - 7pm (outside by Next)

Thursday 5th December

  • Taya Lambden, 5.30pm - 7.30pm (inside)
  • Black & Gold Band, 6pm - 7pm (outside by Next)

Thursday 12th December

  • Oliver Wattley, 5.30pm - 7.30pm (inside)
  • St Mary's School Choir, 6pm - 7pm (outside by Next)


Thursday 19th December

  • St Mary's Church Choir, 6pm - 7pm (inside)
Santa's Stamp Card

Fill your Santa Stamp Card for a chance to win a £50 gift card!

Christmas Gift Guide

We've got Christmas gifting covered with our handy gift guide!

Christmas Wreath Making Workshops

Learn how to make your very own hand crafted Christmas wreath full of festive foliage!

Charity of the Year 2025

Applications are now open to become our chosen charity for 2025!

Christmas Events Guide

We're got a full schedule of festive fun for the whole family this November and December!

Thursday Christmas Shopping Events

Back by popular demand, we're excited to bring you Christmas Shopping Events including a Christmas Market, workshops and more!

Accessibility Initiatives

Affinity Devon has introduced a range of permanent initiatives to make shopping accessible for all.

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Charity of the Year 2024

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