5 must do things at Worcester's Victorian Christmas Fayre

As reporters, we have certainly covered our fair share of the annual event which makes us somewhat experts.

It is one of the busiest and most popular events of the year and returns to Worcester from Thursday, November 30 - with festive stallholders, entertainment and rides to enjoy.

Here are five things you should definitely not miss this year:

1. Attend the opening ceremony

Former Mayor of Worcester, Cllr Adrian Gregson, on the carousel after the opening ceremony. (Image: Newsquest)The market gets underway at noon on Thursday but traditional opening ceremony takes place between 4.45pm and 5.45pm.

The ceremony gets underway with a carol service, which everyone is invited to, at Worcester Cathedral at 4.45pm.

At 5pm there will be the traditional procession to Cornmarket when the event will be officially opened by The Mayor of Worcester Councillor Louis Stephen.

2. Sample some street food

There are lots of street food options. (Image: Newsquest)There are always a host of food vendors at the Victorian Christmas Fayre every year, located throughout the city centre.

Festive favourites like warm roasted chestnuts, flavoured nuts, filled crepes and hot chocolate can be purchased from the various hot food street sellers.

3. Ride the traditional carousel

The traditional carousel at the Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre. (Image: Newsquest)No visit to the Fayre would be complete without a ride on the traditional vintage carousel - and other rides - in Cornmarket.

The car park gets transformed every year into a fairground with rides and games, which are sure to be fun for the whole family.

4. Enjoy the entertainment

Street performers at the Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre. (Image: Victorian Christmas Fayre)

Dancers, musicians and actors will be around across the entirety of the Victorian Christmas Fayre.

Costumed characters, street magicians and stilt walkers will also be found entertaining passer by as they wander through the city streets.

The Victorian Christmas Fayre website will have the full list of venues where you can find entertainment throughout the city.

5. Grab some festive gifts

There are lots of vendors selling festive gifts at the fayre. (Image: Newsquest)

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Once again Worcester’s historic streets will be filled with over 200 stalls selling an array of products including local arts and crafts, festive gifts and not forgetting extremely tempting international street food.

Whether you’re looking for a Christmas decoration, a piece of unique jewellery, an unusual item for the home or some edible festive treats, you won’t be disappointed with the varied choice on offer.

For more information on the Victorian Christmas Fayre, you can visit https://www.worcesterchristmasfayre.co.uk.