A Christmas market in mid Suffolk has added extra dates to due to high demand.

Stonham Barns, an events venue near Stowmarket, hosts the festive fair each year providing a range of unique and handmade gifts from local artists and makers. 

The organisers of the event has announced this year it will be held across two weekends due to its popularity in previous years. 

The first Christmas Craft Market will take place on Saturday, November 23 and Sunday, November 24 with the second scheduled for the following weekend on November 30 and December 1. 

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Entry to the market is free for buyers with free parking also available on site.

As well as stalls selling gifts there will also be children's rides, live music and festive treats such as mulled wine and minced pies. 

Children can also visit Santa's Grotto where they can meet the Snow Queen, her sister and her magical elves before receiving a special gift from Father Christmas. 

Tickets for the grotto will be an additional cost of £10 per child under 12 and can be booked in advance as walk-in spaces may be limited on the day.