Sparkle & Shine

Hello Lovelies, 

one of the things I love about Christmas is the pretty lights.....fairy lights are perfect to add a bit of cheer and sparkle to a time of year when the days are so short.

On Saturday afternoon we headed into the city as I wanted to take a look around the outdoor Christmas market. 

We waited until 4pm so the lights would look their best...........

These cabins are temporary, set up especially  for the festive period. I'm sure there are similar looking events in many, many towns and cities at the moment.  Nevertheless, they did look so effective in the dark, with their fake snow and mock tudor design, and of course....loads of fairy lights.

 I loved the giant candy canes on this sweet stall....

the sweets looked yummy too.........

 As you can see it was very busy, but thankfully not too crowded. There was Christmas music and delicious smells wafting from the many food stalls. We happily wandered about and the boys enjoyed a warming hot chocolate.......

Next to the market was a huge tree , perfectly placed in the middle of the outdoor ice rink..........

I think the city looks lovely when it's decorated with coloured lights, shining brightly in the darkness..........

As well as the stalls and ice rink there were a few fair rides . I just love the look of the traditional carousel with it's hundreds of  lights and colourfully painted horses.....

And fabulous sign writing..........

Before we left Mr BM and I shared some mushy peas from the Hot Pea stall :0) 

 They were delicious , with lots of mint sauce..........

But it was the sparkly lights that really made me smile.........

We all enjoyed soaking up the atmosphere and I hope we will make this little trip again in years to come.
Jacquie x