A TRADITIONAL Christmas market will be open from 5.30pm next Wednesday, December 11, at Hope Academy in Newton-le-Willows.

The event will be followed by a Christmas carol concert which begains at 7pm. The market will feature local businesses selling produce. Mulled wine, mince pies and cakes will be on the menu at the carol concert.

Admission is free but ticket numbers are limited. For details, visit hopeacademy.co.uk.