In the lead up to Christmas, an exciting array of local festive markets and events are taking place across Horsham District, bursting with seasonal charm. From handcrafted gifts and delicious local food and drink to magical entertainment, activities and live music, there is something for everyone to discover and enjoy.
Across Billingshurst, Henfield, Horsham, Pulborough, Southwater, Steyning and Storrington, many of these Christmassy events are participating in Horsham District Council’s annual ‘Buy Local, Gift Happy’ campaign. Event organisers are adopting the campaign’s branding to spread some cheer in return for financial support towards their own event costs and features in a series of promotions.
Event information about the market town and village events that are participating in the campaign for 2025, can be found on the Council’s website: https://www.horsham.gov.uk/business/district-markets/christmas-markets.
Commenting on these festive activities, Cllr Jonathan Taylor, Horsham District Council Cabinet Member for Enterprise and Property said:
“There are lots of exciting, festive experiences taking place in high streets across Horsham District in the lead-up to Christmas and I am delighted that once again so many are joining in with our ‘Buy Local, Gift Happy’ campaign.
“The campaign shares an important message that every local purchase supports local traders and helps keep the District’s economy thriving.
“I encourage everyone to explore the many upcoming markets and events and enjoy all that our local communities have to offer this festive season.”
If you’ve attended one or more of these activities, are buying your gifts locally this Christmas or are a business or organisation taking part in the campaign, let us know by tagging us in your festive photos using the hashtag #buylocalgifthappy
