Last Christmas, the coronavirus pandemic led to Caerphilly County Borough’s festive markets being cancelled.

But this year, the borough is set to welcome them back.

Some of the events taking place in the coming weeks include:

Bargoed Winter Food & Craft Market

Saturday, November 20 – 9am to 5pm

The one day event will be held at Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Square and Hanbury Road.

With around 20 local food and craft stalls alongside a selection of children’s funfair rides, Bargoed offers a full day’s worth of entertainment.

More details on the event’s timetable can be found here.

Ystrad Mynach Winter Food & Craft Market

Saturday, November 27 – 9am to 5pm

There’ll be around 25 craft stalls offering a range of food, drink and gifts in Ystrad Mynach later this month.

Entertainment, such as roller-skating snowmen and a stilt-walking Rudolph means there will be activities for all ages.

The market will be held on Bedwlwyn Road and Oakfield Street.

More details on the event’s timetable can be found here.

Caerphilly Winter Food & Craft Market

Saturday, December 4 – 9am to 5pm

The borough’s biggest Christmas market will be held in Caerphilly town centre this year.

Around 50 food and craft stalls will be set up, while a selection of children’s funfair rides and street theatre entertainment will be on offer. 

The event will be located on Cardiff Road, Twyn Road, Castle streetand the Twyn Car Park. More information can be found below. 

More details on the event’s timetable can be found here.

Blackwood Winter Food & Craft Market

Saturday, December 11 9am to 5pm

The final event on the Christmas Calendar will be held on Blackwood High Street, where around 25 food and craft stalls will be set up.

There will also be street theatre performances for entertainment.

More details on the event’s timetable can be found here.