Brows furrowed, mouths foaming, eyes frantic; Christmas hysteria is about to hit the high street. Want to avoid the blistered feet and broken spirits? Here are GUM’s top pick of markets where you can bag crafts goods, vintage treats and designer pieces to give Santa a run for his money.
SATURDAY 26th NOVEMBER
Bold Souls @ The Arches
12-5.30pm, £3
Vintage Kilo Sale @ The Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh
11-4pm, £1
SUNDAY 27th NOVEMBER
Granny Would be Proud @ Hillhead Bookclub
12-5pm, FREE
SATURDAY 3rd DECEMBER
Gin in Teacups @ Chambre69
12-6pm, FREE
SATURDAY 10th DECEMBER
The Made in the Shade Holiday Hullabaloo @ Gallery 1, The Lighthouse, Mitchell Lane
10.30-5pm, FREE
SUNDAY 11th DECEMBER
Whims-icle Christmas Fair @ Church on Hill, 16 Algie Street (Southside)
11-5pm, FREE
Words by Rose Henderson