Important Arrival and ‘On The Day’ Good To Knows (updated 30/11/24)
Welcome to our Festive Festival!
Arrivals into Neepsend
We encourage you to walk into the area, ride bikes, hop on the tram when you come into Neepend. It’’s a busy weekend in the area - with markets happening on Kelham Island too.
All of our arrival details are here - there is street parking for £2 all day on a Sunday on the majority of roads in Neepsend and Kelham (9-15.00 - free after 15.00) We have no onsite parking at The Mowbray and Victoria.
Safe travels getting to us - and welcome in…
Welcome in
On Sunday the 1st of December - we are open from 11am at both locations - The Mowbray on 118 Mowbray Street and our newest venue Victoria at 1 Rowland Street.
Both venues are open from 11.00 - please be sure to stick to your chosen time slot - but you can come anytime 11.00-14.00 and 14.00-onwards. We encourage you - if one venue is busy - to pop over to the other and vice versa!
The Mowbray this year is a dedicated Christmas Food Hall - giving you everything tasty and delicious that you could ever need for the Festive season ahead!
Victoria is all about Christmas shopping and gifting! Be sure to explore all 3 of Victoria’s spaces - The Clubhouse on the ground floor and The Lodge and The Chapel on the first floors - and shop till you drop… (...into a comfy chair in The Clubhouse with a Toffee Charm Espresso Martini!)
You can visit either The Mowbray or Victoria first - then move freely between the two as you like...
It’s a 2 minute walk between our venues - please be careful crossing the road (two way traffic over Harvest Lane)
Be sure to pick up a Festival guide so you know where everyone is!
As much as we love our furry four legged friends - no dogs please!
Prebooked Tickets
At The Mowbray only - all pre-booked tickets will receive a cup of boozy Festive Punch on arrival - (there will be a none-boozy option as well) Please note - there is no Festive Punch available at Victoria.
Our 2 times slots are late morning 11.00-14.00 and afternoon from 14.00 - these times are very relaxed - it just gives us an idea of when you'll be arriving so we can keep things comfortable for our guests and positive and productive for all of our traders
Pre-booked tickets and food orders will be given priority access. Pre-bookable tickets have now sold out! Thank you!
Walk ins are welcome - if you haven’t pre-booked then you may need to wait to come in depending on guest numbers we already have in the building.
Please be patient with our team - in slower moments - as the Festive Festival is a very popular event
Where to Collect Pre-Ordered Food
The Mowbray
Pre-ordered Turkey Butties and Christmas Veggie Pasties are only available to collect at The Mowbray. When you arrive - you’ll be given a little ticket to exchange for your butty or pasty - for collection at the side of The Bar.
Our pre-ordering for food has been popular - but there will be a limited number of Turkey Butties and Christmas Pasties to order on the day - but when they've gone they've gone!
The Kitchen at The Mowbray will be open from 11.30 and will close for Turkey Butties and Pasties at 16.00
Victoria
Pre-ordered Christmas Cheese Plates are only available from Victoria. When you’re ready to collect - let our host know at the door, grab a seat - and we’ll bring it to you!
The Kitchen at Victoria - will be open from 11.30 and will close for pre-ordered Cheese Plates at 16.00. There is a limited number of Cheese Plates to order on the day - which you can do at the Bar
Don’t Miss A Second! Times to Know
We’re open from 11.00 at both The Mowbray and Victoria
Traders at both venues are open 11.00 - 17.00
The Voice Academy will be opening our Christmas Food Hall at The Mowbray at 11.00
Neighbourhood Voices will be singing around the Christmas Tree at Victoria at 12 noon
Caryl Hart’s Children’s Christmas Storytime will be happening upstairs in The Chapel at 12.30 and again at 14.30
Face Noise Choir will be singing around our Christmas Tree at 17.00
The Bar at Victoria will be open until 18.00
Food & Drink On The Day
Piles of Mince Pies, Cake to eat with Coffee, Sausage Rolls to eat with Cocktails…
Plenty of treats to enjoy on the day! Grab a seat in The Clubhouse and The Chapel at Victoria or at The Mowbray in The Food Hall or Up On The Roof
We have a gorgeous list of Festive tipples to see you through our Christmassy day most merrily … All available at The Mowbray and Victoria.
Including…Toffee Charm Espresso Martini / Winter Spice Margarita / Choc Cherry Sidecar / Brandy Snap
And a delicious clutch of 0% cocktails - Espresso No-tini / Snow & Glow / Nonaretto Sour
Sunday Coffee
Mow’s is joining us for the day - and will be serving up all of your Sunday coffee favourites from The Clubhouse at Victoria. There’s also a Festive Festival special of dreams…
It's Not Terry's It's Mine
Ghirardelli Hot Chocolate spiked with Chocolate orange syrup and topped with whipped cream, Ocelot Blood orange chocolate and fresh orange zest.
We’ll also have delicious treats… Winter Spiced Fruit Cake / Black Forest Torte / Chocolate Orange Loaf / Sticky Gingerbread Buns / Mince Pies
Thank You!!
We’re really looking forward to presenting this super special day - thank you so much for joining us!
Let The Festivities Commence!
Join us for a joy filled Festive Festival on Sunday the 1st of December for a gathering completely dedicated to the celebration of Christmas...
Our Festive Festival is a cosy, twinkling candlelit hive of all things beautiful and delicious to ease you into the season most effortlessly...
For 2024 The Festive Festival will be hosted over our 2 venues in Neepsend. At 118 Mowbray Street - we’ll be hosting The Mowbray & Friends Christmas Food Hall - and over the road at 1 Rowland Street…Victoria & Friends Christmas Market!
Entry
The Festive Festival is £5 per adult. Your £5 ticket grants you access into The Mowbray and Victoria - and you can move freely between both buildings.
Your free Festive tipple is given on arrival into The Mowbray
Children are super welcome and there is no charge! As much as we adore our furry dog pals - no dogs please!
There’s also the option to pre-order Turkey Butties & Pasties from The Mowbray and Christmas Cheese Plates from Victoria to guarantee you can get your hands on them!
You will also need to purchase a ticket for entry in addition to your food pre-order
We’d Love to See You!
In the attempt to keep things boutique and comfortable - we’re asking everyone planning on joining us to pick from 2 times slots - late morning 11.00-14.00 and afternoon from 14.00
*The time slots are very relaxed - it just gives us an idea of when you'll be arriving!
Carols and Choirs
We have three wonderful choirs joining us at the Festive Festival!
We're proud to welcome The Voice Academy back into The Mowbray to open the Festival! They will be singing for us at 11.00 - as we open the festivities - we're so looking forward to it - as they are amazing!
At 12 noon - the glorious Neighbourhood Voices will be joining us Victoria for a fantastic rendition of their Festive soundtrack!
At Victoria - We’ll be welcoming Christmas into our hearts and minds properly with a magnificent ‘feel great’ singalong for a jolly old rendition of some of our favourites from the carol book around our magnificent Fir Tree at 17.00 - hosted by Timothy Peters BMus (Hons) - a tenor, conductor, and composer... Presenting FaceNoise: Pop Chorus
Tim’s regular singing sees him as a member of the Chapels Royal choir at HM The Tower of London, and as a session singer around the UK. In 2023, Timothy joined Horsham Chamber Choir as their Music Director. He is also a member of music staff for the National Youth Choirs of Great Britain.
Victoria & Friends Christmas Market
We’ve gifted each of our indie co’s joining us for our Christmas Market a free space to trade to allow a festive boost to their day! Come and buy gifts, lovely little bits for your home, beautiful things to wear and styling for your festive table to really get you in the mood for celebrating this most magic time of the year!
We’re delighted to present some incredible people doing wonderful things that bring with them a graceful beauty through their work and personalities... We're really proud to have such a lovely gathering that hopefully ticks all of your boxes in terms of Christmas gifting.
Excited to be joined by the most wonderful friends - including…
Luiza Holub
Luiza's shop will feature her amazing original lino prints big and small and greeting cards for every occasion...Always a treat to chat to Luiza and find out more about her incredible work!
Beth Pegler
Beth will be selling her beautiful handmade jewellery in recycled silver and gold which has been made using the lost wax and sand-casting processes...Each piece totally unique - absolute treasures...
Pottery West
Catherine and Matt West are husband and wife potters and makers. They set up their ceramics studio, Pottery West, in 2015 and are known for creating functional wheel-thrown tableware with unassuming, quiet forms and glazes with much depth and character. Excellent craftsmanship and a respect for traditional techniques is central to their ethos, alongside the celebration of the human element of making by hand, particularly when producing pottery for the table. They also produce tableware for restaurants and run throwing workshops from their Sheffield studio.
Nomad Maison
Bringing a gorgeous hand picked selection of antique donkey blankets, kilim cushions and handmade pouffes - and a selection of rugs to swoon over. You'll be able to chat to Jake about all of the treasures from Nomad Maison - including a beautiful set of handmade ceramics (vases, mugs, bowls, candle sticks, espresso cups) - which are made by a woman’s only cooperative using natural glazes and dyes...
Essence and Alchemy
Lesley creates whimsical scents infused into wax and wood, she will be bringing handcrafted aromatherapy candles and incense as well as fragranced stocking fillers - botanical facial steams, mini bathing salts, tea-lights and more...
Inspired by architecture and design, Sophie's hand built shapes are often simple and bold with contrasting textures like her signature hand carved mark making. Sophie will be offering a mixture of large vases and smaller giftable items like candle and incense holders, Christmas decorations and jars.
Small Plants
Small Plants is an eco-conscious houseplant store based in Crookes who will be bringing you a range of terrariums, kokedama and easy care plants perfect for the indoor gardener this festive season. Alongside beautiful green foliage you can find a selection of botanical gifts and homeware.
CharKnots
CharKnots is an eco conscious homeware and accessories brand based in Sheffield. All of Charlotte's designs are made from 100% recycled cotton in beautifully colourful tones and made using traditional macrame knotting techniques. She will be bringing along her intricately knotted Christmas ornaments alongside a range of plant hangers, bags, baskets and much more!
Sparse Vintage
Beautiful, hand picked, preloved quality vintage clothing and accessories from all the best second hand shops in the area, as well as some festive edits to ensure you hit the season in style.
Kate Beaumont
Kate Beaumont will be showcasing the silk lingerie and accessories that she created to utilise the leftover fabrics from her wedding dress designs. Beautifully feminine and comfortable lingerie - silk knickers, teddies and camisole sets - along with hair bows and silk-satin and velvet scrunchies in a range of colourful tones.
Kate will also be bringing along a selection of jewellery made by some of the independent female artisans that she stocks in her studio.
Craft, Sheffield
Sarah is the owner and founder of CRAFT Sheffield. With a true belief in sustainability and simple living Sarah will be showcasing some hand made gifts, homewares, clothing and accessories. Expect soft linens, sumptuous ginghams and buttery leather goods.
Mimi Odette
Mimi Odette the original hand knitted & vintage cardigans and Jumpers personalised with appliqué bespoke initials, right here in Sheffield.. Perfect for the little’uns. As featured in British Vogue,
Juno Books
Providing plenty of festive treats and bringing down the very best in fiction and non-fiction for both adults and children. We'll have perfect stocking fillers, stories just right for an afternoon spent in front of the fire, and perhaps even your next favourite book...
Aimee Barnes Holistics
Aimee, a local massage therapist and yoga teacher will be sharing her knowledge and passion for aromatherapy and acupuncture. Aimee will be sharing how to nourish yourself from the inside out to prepare for the colder winter months.
Hummingbird Archives
The Hummingbird Archives are a Sheffield based brand who design and make colourful jewellery and accessories from leather offcuts. Utilising geometric shapes and bold colours to create fun and striking pieces. Taking inspiration from interior design, textiles and nature; the eye-catching designs are joyous and stylish. All the pieces are really lightweight and comfortable to wear yet also strong and long lasting. Using offcuts not only reduces waste but also means there is a limited amount of each colour. This keeps things fresh and exciting as the jewellery is made in small batches and some pieces are one-offs
Annie Jude's
A real champion of Sheffield talent - shop all of the lovely things - from candles, crystals, jewels, crafting kits and skincare - all from in and around our City
Betty's Flower Club
With beautiful wreaths, festive foliage, floral bunches and gifts - a total treat for the senses - to get you all ready for the season!
Sheffield Skincare Company
Natural, ethically sourced, cruelty free skincare for the whole family. Sheffield Skincare Company offer small batch skincare handmade using only natural ingredients and presented in eco friendly packaging. They will be bringing down their beautiful range of Essential Oil Candles, Natural Body Butters and Salt Scrubs alongside their bath range - Soap Bars, Bath Salts and Bath Truffles! Luxurious self care and stocking fillers for you!
For The Kids!
The Festive Festival is family friendly - and we have 2 super lovely happenings - that will fill your little ones hearts full of joy!
"When a dragon hears us cheer
"Ooh! Christmas time is nearly here!"
Does she complain and loudly say
”No - Christmas NOW!” and stomp away?Why no! Dragons don't do that!"
Join one small dragon and her family and friends as the celebrate the festive season. With plenty of chaos and and good behaviour in equal measure!
Mow's Christmas Coffee Hangout
Mow's is taking over the Clubhouse at Victoria and The Bar at The Mowbray. Get ready for your favourites from the Sunday coffee menu - we'll also have some lovely gifts for the coffee lover in your life!
We'll have some delicious sweet treats including - Winter Spiced Fruit Cake / Black Forest Torte / Chocolate Orange Loaf / Sticky Gingerbread Buns to enjoy with your coffee too!
The Mowbray & Friends Christmas Food Hall
Dedicated to the most delicious and festive treats! We’ve invited some brilliant brands and familiar faces from in and around Sheffield to join us…
Neal's Yard Dairy
We're delighted to welcome the most wonderful and inspirational purveyor of British artisan cheese!
A superb chance to get stocked up for the season with their Christmas Cheese Shop
Chatsworth Farm Shop
Showcasing a seasonal selection of their own products, from jams and chutneys, gins and local ales, to Christmas puddings, mince pies, hampers and gifting ideas for Christmas
Tenaya Wine
Tenaya is a small independent wine shop and bar up in Crookes. The shop offers a carefully curated selection focusing on sustainability, female producers & generally delicious wine!
Crumb
One of the best known bakeries in Sheffield, Crumb will be offering their hugely popular freshly baked sourdough bread, hand made delicious pastries, vienoisserie and festive treats, made with the finest quality ingredients and their 100% Yorkshire Organic Millers flour.
Bench La Cave
Bench La Cave is Bench Sheffield's newest venue, bakery by day - wine bar night. Serving up Dan's sourdough (IYKYK), alongside all our house made baked goods and very own Mulled wine. Find them at Park Hill.
Regather
Regather will be bringing a selection of their Organic and local produce to the market, showcasing locally grown and organic fresh produce. Learn how to sign up for their weekly organic fruit and veg deliveries or buy a hamper for Christmas showcasing Sheffield artisan makers.
Adventurous Cake Book
Alex will be bringing along a stall packed to the rafters with all manner of gorgeous plant based sweet treats... From fudgy decadent brownies to buttery flapjacks as well as festive fruit cakes, cookies, delicious tray bakes and also a selection of artisan luxury granolas which make a perfect gift for foodies! All our bakes are freezer friendly too which means it'll be an EXCELLENT place to stock up on luxurious baked goods to see you through the whole of December and beyond!
Bullion - Craft Chocolate Makers
Bullion are a bean-to-bar chocolate maker – selling a range of bars, bakes and gift sets. All made from the award-winning craft chocolate they make right here in Neepsend, Sheffield!
Whirlow Hall Farm
The perfect chance to pre order and secure the centrepiece for your Christmas table...Get to the front of the queue for our farm shop & butchery. All of our meat is reared on the farm, and then prepared by our onsite butcher - including Whirlow Free Range Bronze Turkeys, Herb Fed Free Range Chicken, Whirlow Hall Farm Leg of Lamb, Whirlow Hall Farm Native Beef joints, plus much more!
Greystone Flowers
Dressing and styling the entrance of The Mowbray with wreaths and festive floral beauty for you to bring Christmas into your home!
Award winning micro pub and bottle shop specialising in modern Craft Beer and Natural Wines from independent producers. Pangolin will be bringing down a fantastic curated selection of gift packs from rare sharer beers, craft beers and natural wines to Totes and Growlers - great stocking fillers!
Pre-Order Christmas Feasting
Our Christmas treats are only available as a pre-order! Get in quick!
Only at The Mowbray
So looking forward to the return of The Mowbray Christmas Butty - packed full of British Turkey and crammed with stuffing, cranberry and bread sauce - this is the ultimate taste of the season and are available as a pre-order as a Christmas special during the market.
£12 Available 11.30-16.00
We’ll also have a delicious veggie Christmas Pasty - a festive ode to Homity - with caramelised onions, potato & cheddar.
£9 Available 11.30-16.00
Take a seat if you like - at one of our Feasting Tables and settle in…
Only at Victoria
The Ultimate Christmas Cheese Plate! A selection of 5 incredible Neal’s Yard Dairy Cheeses from the British Isles served with biscuits, grapes & quince membrillo - suitable for 2 to share as a snack! The cheeses will include an aged cheddar, goat’s, sheep’s, blue & a soft cheese. Some of the cheeses will be made with traditional rennet.
On this occasion - we cannot cater for allergies. £18 Available 12.00-16.00
There’s plenty of places to grab a seat and soak up the atmosphere!
The Christmas Bars
Our expert teams at The Mowbray Bar and The Bar at Victoria will both be making and shaking the festive spirit and serving Christmas cocktails all day! We'll also have our full bar menu running as well!
Toffee Charm Espresso Martini
Absolut Vodka infused with toffee, Mow’s espresso, Kahlua coffee liqueur with crushed toffee
Winter Spice Margarita
Olmeca Tequila, Del Maguey Mezcal, Pierre Ferrand Curacao with Agave, Yorkshire honey and The Mowbray’s winter spiced syrup
Amaretto Sour
Disaronno amaretto, lemon juice, Angostura bitters, Winter syrup and Mrs Better’s Bitters Foamer.
Choc Cherry Sidecar
Martell Brandy, Pierre Ferrand Curacao, Cherry Heering Liqueur, Aztec Chocolate Bitters, Maraschino Cherry
Spritz Noel
Malfy Gin, Giffard, creme de mure, Prosecco, soda and our Mowbray winter spiced syrup with fresh rosemary
Inferno Fashioned
Chivas Regal, Pedro Ximinez Sherry, Cherry Heering and Angostura orange bitters
Brandy Snap
Martell VS Brandy, Baileys, Averna Amaro, house-made ginger puree, double cream and cinnamon with a brandy snap crumb
0% Cocktails
Espresso No-tini
Dark Arts Lost Highways espresso, shaken with Opius Nigredo 0% spirit, sugar and a pinch of salt and Bullion single origin chocolate
Snow & Glow
Opius Albedo 0% spirit, with orgeat, fresh lime, and fiery ginger beer
Nonaretto Sour
Lyres Amaretti, citrus, simple syrup, non-alcoholic foaming bitters
We can’t wait to see you!
Be sure to keep an eye on our Social media - or check back regularly to check out the full list of makers and creators joining us - and also what lovely things they’re bringing for us to enjoy!
