How about escaping the city for a seasonal day out?

Local food producers, artists, and crafts people will be gathering down West for this year’s Crookhaven Christmas Fair from Friday, December 5th to Sunday, December 7th.

The tiny seaside village is laying on indoor and outdoor stalls showcasing the very best of local creativity and craftsmanship — from Christmas decorations and stained glass to local smoked salmon and other gorgeous local food as well as handcrafted pottery and everything in between.

Visitors to Ireland’s most southerly Christmas market, will enjoy a warm and welcoming community atmosphere with mulled wine, fire pits, marshmallow toasting, hot chocolate, Christmas music and lights. while supporting small local businesses and producers who call West Cork home.

There will also be visits from the main man himself, Santa Claus, with his helpers assisting with face painting and games.

“The Christmas Market is a wonderful way to bring the whole community together to celebrate Christmas by the sea in a relaxed fun filled atmosphere with lots of activities for all the family.” said Festival Organiser Dee Sheehan of The Crookhaven Inn and Crookhaven Community Council.

“Everyone is welcome to come along, enjoy this very special waterside Christmas market and support local producers. All the entertainment is free, as we want this to be a family event, accessible to all and we invite everyone to come celebrate the start of the Christmas season in a very special part of the world.”

Crookhaven Christmas Fair takes place on Friday, December 5th (5pm – 9pm), Saturday, December 6th (2pm – 8pm) and Sunday, December 7th (1pm – 6pm).