A POPULAR Hampshire village market is returning next month.

The Ampfield Market takes place in the village hall, between 10am and 12pm and will next be on Saturday, December 2.

This will be the Christmas event, including a raffle for charity and a visit from Father Christmas. 

It sells a variety of items including cakes, biscuits, savoury foods, honey, fresh bread, eggs, plants, fruit and veg, crafts, books, cards, wrapping paper, jewellery and collectables.

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They recently announced that Matt's Bakery in Chandler's Ford will be supplying bread each month.

The market generates £2,000 a year towards village hall funds. 

The team gives their time and baking skills to provide a seasonal selection of cakes every month, which are served with coffee throughout the morning.

The next dates for the market are February 3, March 2, April 6 and May 4. 

To rent a table or for more information, contact Julie Trotter at julie@ampfield.org.uk.