Hatton Shopping Village has announced a string of free festive events in the run up to Christmas.

Famed since its conversion from a traditional Victorian farm some 40 years ago, the site is now home to over 20 independent shops in the old cart stalls.

The new Hatton Garden Centre, which is owned by British Garden Centres, one of the UK's leading garden centres, will launch the opening of its new Christmas shop on 5 and 6 November with a 20 per cent discount off everything in the Christmas shop.

A Christmas Craft Fayre will take place from 4 to 6 November from 10am – 5pm when visitors can browse from a selection of handcrafted gifts and chat with the craftspeople.

A Vintage Christmas Fayre will also take place from 9 – 11 December.

This themed market will showcase the Vintage Tractor, Christmas singing and delicious Vintage teas. Visitors are encouraged to dress up in vintage style and have lots of fun.

The popular outdoor Christmas Markets will return on 12, 13, 19, 20, 25 - 27 November and 2 - 4, 17 and 18 December from 10am – 5pm.

Johnnie Arkwright, owner at Hatton Shopping Village and Hatton Country World said: "We're delighted to be hosting several special Christmas events to get our visitors into the festive spirit.

"Our Christmas markets will be bursting with fantastic festive gifts and unique presents.

"Visitors can enjoy Christmas singing, hot toddies and mince pies all wrapped up in a great festive atmosphere. Hatton really is the perfect and relaxed place to buy your Christmas gifts, there's nowhere quite like it!"