23/11/2024
So sad we are not able to trade at our booked event tomorrow, but the safety of the public is absolute priority!
So we can’t wait to trade at Newark market on the 8th for the steampunk festival 🔥✌🏼
It is with deep regret that we must announce that due to the likely impact of Storm Bert and associated weather warnings the Christmas Lights Switch On event this Sunday will not be going ahead.
The strong wind gusts forecast are a cause of safety concerns for the stage production team both during the event and the planned stage construction period which was due to get underway on Saturday. Traders that were due to be using gazebos are also compromised. Some of the fairground rides planned are also unable to operate with the wind speeds that are forecast.
We are very mindful of the safety and comfort of all traders, staff, visitors and performers alike and for an event with typically a very large attendance, safety has to be paramount.
There will be elements of activity that will continue with the indoor artisan market continuing to take place in the Buttermarket.
The stage and most of the performances that had been planned are now due to take place on the 8th December as part of our Steampunk and Christmas market schedule that day. This will provide an enhanced entertainment programme on the 8th December. Many of the traders will also now attend on the 8th December instead of this Sunday.
We will still switch on the Christmas Lights this coming Sunday at a suitable time albeit without the usual countdown and entertainment around it.
We are deeply saddened by this decision which has been taken based on discussions with and advice from various agencies. A lot of work goes into events like this and the decision has not been taken lightly.
We do hope to welcome many of you for the Steampunk and Christmas market weekend scheduled for the 7th and 8th December details of which can be found here:
https://visitevents.co.uk/event/newark-steampunk-christmas-festival/