CHRISTMAS IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER AND LOVE IT OR LOATHE IT , THE FESTIVE SEASON IS WELL AND TRULY UPON US !
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CHRISTMAS at the
CREATIVE QUARTER
CHRISTMAS IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER AND LOVE IT OR LOATHE IT , THE FESTIVE SEASON IS WELL AND TRULY UPON US !
With twinkling lights , chocolate treats and Christmas sweaters aplenty , what better way to kick off the festive season “ officially ”, than with an evening of light , song , cheer and shopping ! At 5.30pm on Friday 17th November , author of the Girl with a Pearl Earring , Tracy Chevalier , will be turning on the Christmas lights in Folkestone ’ s Creative Quarter , bathing The Old High Street in jubilant illuminations as carol singers and live music fill the air with sounds of joy and merriment as we build up to the big day !
Who says you can ’ t have two advent calendars ? But , with much fewer calories and lots more fun , you are invited to wrap up warm and step outside to witness the hugely popular Folkestone Living Advent Calendar . Hiding behind every new door is just a touch of Christmas magic , in the form of an exciting live performance , every night of the week throughout December !
If you are stumped for Christmas gift ideas and in desperate need of inspiration , take a leisurely shopping trip around Folkestone ’ s Creative Quarter – for the seekers , the lovers of the considered and handcrafted . With an abundance of shops and galleries dotted around this urban village of designers , makers , technophiles and artists , each housing hidden gems on every turn , you ’ re guaranteed to find the perfect gift for that special someone . Discover modern interior design , beautiful handmade jewellery , vinyl records , speciality beer and wine , vintage and designer clothing , bespoke dress designs , original artwork , musical instruments , delicious whole foods and much more !
To make your experience just that little bit more festive , prepare to be wowed by the dazzling Christmas window displays in buildings along The Old High Street . With Tracy Chevalier judging this year ’ s most creative and striking festive spectacle , owners of the little shops , galleries and studios nestled around the Creative Quarter , will be going allout to wow passers-by .
Give yourself time to stroll , find a seat in the most enticing cafés , pick up a book and enjoy delicious coffee and cake . As well as a fabulous shopping destination , Folkestone ’ s Creative Quarter also offers a plethora of food and drink options . Whether it ’ s a warming taste of the Mediterranean you fancy , as you reminisce about the summer holiday that feels so long ago now , or perhaps you ’ re in the market for some delicious Mexican street food , there ’ s something for everyone along The Old High Street and Tontine Street . With vegetarian and vegan dishes on offer too , you ’ re guaranteed to discover a tasty treat , a delicious dish and a warming welcome wherever you choose .
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