The Independent Oxford Christmas Market is set to return next month for a third year.

Celebrating Oxfordshire businesses, the event will take place from 11am until 5pm on Saturday, 23rd November at the Tap Social Taproom at Curtis Industrial Estate on North Hinksey Lane.

Independent Oxford and social enterprise Tap Social Movement are teaming up once again for a unique and quirky Christmas market.

Rosie Jacobs, founder of Independent Oxford said: “For the last two years, the Christmas market has attracted hundreds of shoppers keen to shop local, support amazing independent businesses and have a great time.

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The event last year.The event last year. (Image: Jason Warner Fyrefly Studio)

“It’s a Christmas market with a difference, full of festive cheer, a wonderful community atmosphere and as much a celebration of local businesses as a chance to shop.”

Traders at the market this year include LORDS Fragrance House, Leafology, Rainbow and Spoon, Sitaarah, Jampuppy Design, Custom Made, Jessie’s Art Shed, Etta Rain Ceramics, Caper, Crafty Maze, The Oxford Soap Company, Annabel’s Patisserie, Miller & Jeeves, Sally-Anne Stewart Linocut Prints, Amy Surman Jewellery and The Oxford Weaving Studio.

Amy Surman, founder of Amy Surman Jewellery said: “It’s wonderful being surrounded by fellow indie businesses selling high quality beautiful products.

“The venue is perfect with a gorgeous festive feel, a fully stocked bar and amazing pizza on sale. I can’t wait to start shopping myself.”

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Tess Taylor, co-founder and director at Tap Social Movement added: "The Indie Oxford Christmas Market is one of my favourite events.

“The Tap Room is transformed into a winter wonderland.”

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