Independent Oxford Christmas Market returns to Tap Social Tap Room for the third year
Get ready for a unique Indie Oxford Christmas Market this November.
Taking place at Tap Social‘s Taproom in Botley for the third year running on Saturday 23rd November from 11 am – 5 pm, expect a day filled with festive fun celebrating Oxford’s incredible local indie businesses. It is the perfect opportunity to get ahead of your Christmas shopping and to treat yourself to a little something too. >>
Visitors will enjoy a host of local independent market stalls, street food, festive drinks, and children’s activities.
Alongside the brilliant traders at the market (see below for the full list), there will also be a kids’ craft corner hosted by a local children’s activity and holiday camp provider: House of Fun. Social impact gym, The Project PT will be running various family-friendly activities during the 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. 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.”
Tess Taylor, Co-founder and Director at Tap Social Movement said: “The Indie Oxford Christmas Market is one of my favourite events. The Tap Room is transformed into a winter wonderland and it’s the perfect opportunity to get some Christmas shopping sorted with gifts from independent makers and local suppliers.”
THE STALLHOLDERS
Let’s hear why this year’s incredible stallholders are excited about the Christmas market at Tap Social‘s Taproom.
LORDS Fragrance House
“We love the indie Oxford market, always surrounded by amazing local brands & they are the most fun events to attend.”– Sasha Lord, LORDS Fragrance House
Leafology
“The Indie Christmas Market is always a bustling, joyful time. The perfect place to meet local makers and buy unique gifts.”– Yvonne Eller, Leafology
Rainbow and Spoon Boutique
“My favourite event of the year. being with other Indie Oxford members bringing their beautiful products and feel good vibes. A great event full of warmth, love and support for some of Oxford’s best Independents.”– Amanda Suliman Bell, Rainbow and Spoon Boutique
Sitaarah Limited
“We love being part of the Indie Oxford Christmas Market as it allows us to showcase our beautiful organic skincare products to indie-loving local people. The atmosphere is always amazing!”– Atiqa Rana, Sitaarah Limited
Jampuppy Design Studio
“I love the Indie Oxford Christmas market! It’s such a lovely atmosphere, filled with great indie products from amazing small businesses and delicious Tap Social beverages! Not to mention the amazing Proof pastries!”– Rianna Low, Jampuppy Design Studio
Custom Made
“I love taking part in the Indie Oxford Christmas Market each year as it’s a perfect way to meet local customers, and other indie Oxford members selling there and Tap Social always makes us so welcome.”– Anna Butler, Custom Made
Jessie’s Art Shed
“We always love attending Tap and being around other awesome indie businesses!”– Jessie Whealy, Jessie’s Art Shed
Etta Rain Ceramics
“I love meeting new people, talking about my work and connecting with fellow business owners. Plus the event is just so much fun!”– Rachel Movitz, Etta Rain Ceramics
Caper
“It’s great to be able to visit another part of the city, alongside a host of other great indie retailers.”– Xander Cansell, Caper
The Oxford Soap Company
“We love being part of the independent community.”– Ervine Tomkys Valteri, The Oxford Soap Company
Crafty Maze
“The Indie Oxford Christmas market is a fantastic event where you get to meet lots of lovely supportive customers and see lots of wonderful products from other Indie businesses.”– Bryony McMillan, Crafty Maze
Annabel’s Patisserie
“To partake in something fun with the fellow indies! I love supporting anything that helps the Independent business community and there’s always a great range of stuff to buy for my own Christmas shopping.”– Annabel Latham, Annabel’s Patisserie
Miller & Jeeves
“I’m excited to take part in this year’s Christmas Market! It’s a fantastic venue, packed with incredible local businesses, and I can’t wait to share my handmade creations with all the festive shoppers.”– Liz Fletcher, Miller & Jeeves
Sally-Anne Stewart Linocut Prints
“The Christmas Market always has such a great atmosphere. You can really tell that customers love being able to pick up unique finds from a great range of independent makers. There’s always such a positive buzz!”– Sally-Anne Stewart, Sally-Anne Sterwart Linocut Prints
Amy Surman Jewellery
“I’m really looking forward to taking part in the Indie Oxford Christmas Market again this year! It’s wonderful being surrounded by fellow indie businesses selling high quality beautiful products. The venue is perfect with a gorgeous festive feel, a no fully stocked bar and even amazing pizza on sale. Can’t wait to start shopping myself!”– Amy Surman, Amy Surman Jewellery
The Oxford Weaving Studio
“This is my first year joining the Indie Oxford Christmas Market. I can’t wait to meet the other Indie businesses and customers who support local makers!”– Cassandra Smith, The Oxford Weaving Studio
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